Anise and Port Braised Pears
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Savor anise and port-infused braised pears, tender and sweet, perfect for special occasions or a comforting dessert. Serve with creamy cheese or ice cream.
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Cooking tools:
- Cheesecloth
- Oven
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring cup
- Measuring spoon
- Baking dish
- Aluminum foil
- Paring knife
- Cutting board
- Peeler
- Toothpick
- Spoon
- Plate
Ingredients
- Zest of ½ large orange, in strips
- 1 teaspoon peeled chopped fresh ginger
- 1 cinnamon stick, broken into two pieces
- 8 whole cloves
- 3 star anise pods
- 5 black peppercorns
- 1 cup red wine, a Chianti works well
- 1 cup ruby port
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup unsulfured molasses
- Pinch of salt
- 6 firm pears, such as Bartlett or Bosc, peeled, halved, and cored
- Lite cream cheese, ricotta, crème fraiche or ice cream for serving.
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