Pears & Prunes In Mulled (well, Sort Of) Wine
This delightful recipe combines the sweetness of ripe pears and the rich flavors of red wine to create a decadent dessert that is both elegant and comforting. The combination of caramelized pears, red wine-infused prunes, and a hint of vanilla creates a heavenly treat that is sure to impress your guests. Serve it hot or cold, topped with sugared lemon zest for a finishing touch that adds a burst of freshness to this luxurious dish.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 2 ripe but firm pears , Williams are good
- 100g light muscovado sugar
- 50g unsalted butter
- 16 prunes , stoned
- 250ml full-bodied red wine
- 1 vanilla pod
- sugared lemon zest , to serve (see 'Try' below)
Instructions
- Cut each pear in half lengthways, and remove the cores.
- Sprinkle the sugar over the base of a large, preferably non-stick, fry pan. Add the butter and heat until the sugar has dissolved into the melted butter. Quickly add in the pears and caramelise until they are soft but still firm and holding their shape. This will take about 10 minutes and you should toss them occasionally. Add the prunes and fry for another minute or so. Now pour in the wine, but be careful as it will spit, so hold the pan away from you, then put it back over a lower heat. Split the vanilla pod in half lengthways using the tip of a sharp knife. Scrape the seeds out into the pan, also with the knife, then toss in the pod and let everything infuse for about 5 minutes.
- Lift out the pears and prunes and set aside, then reduce the wine until it is good and gooey and thick, for about 8-10 minutes. That’s it really. Just pop the fruit back in and serve hot or cold with the lemon zest on top.
Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition
- Calories: 325 calories
- Fat Content: 10 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 7 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 49 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 26 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 2 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 1 grams protein
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