Name: Shiraz Poached Pears
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 60 min
Ingredients: 8 pears; 750 ml red wine (Shiraz); 3 cloves garlic; 2 cinnamon sticks; 1 tbsp pure maple syrup; 1 orange zest; 1 lemon zest; ¼ tsp ground nutmeg

Desserts, Side Dishes

SERVES:

DIFFICULTY:
Easy

PREP TIME:
10

COOK TIME:
1

Ingredients

8 pears
750 ml red wine Shiraz
3 cloves garlic
2 cinnamon sticks
1 tbsp pure maple syrup
1 orange zest
1 lemon zest
¼ tsp ground nutmeg

Method

To ensure pears stand upright, cut a straight slice off the bottom.
Place pears in a large pot making sure they are tightly packed together and sitting upright.
Pour the red wine over the tops of the pears. Add cloves, cinnamon sticks, sugar, orange zest and lemon zest, nutmeg.
Bring to the boil and then reduce heat to simmer gently for approximately 45 – 60 minutes, or until pears are soft but not overcooked. You can test the pears by poking with a skewer.
Remove the poached pears carefully using a large spoon so you do not break the stalks.

Serving suggestions

Dessert: Serve pears with reduced fat Greek yoghurt for a healthy dessert.
Main meal: Serve sliced or mashed Shiraz pears with fish or white meat such as pork, chicken or turkey.

Notes

Recipe courtesy of Rebecca McPhee, Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD).

Please note the serving size listed is to be used as a guide only. Consider your own individual nutrient and carbohydrate requirements and adjust the serving size as required. If you are unsure of your requirements consult an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) for personalises advice.

Nutritional information (per serve)

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