Marsala-Poached Pears

Marsala-Poached Pears

Whether for a special occasion or a weeknight dessert, our Marsala-poached pears are delectable served warm with a bit of ice cream or whipped cream. Easier than pie, with the wonderful flavor of Marsala wine.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
129 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Cut pears in half lengthwise and remove cores. Measure Marsala cooking wine into a small mixing bowl. Add brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg; stir to dissolve sugar.
Step 2
Melt butter in a large 12-inch skillet. Stir in Marsala mixture. Cook over medium heat until bubbly. Place pears in pan, cut side down. Cover and cook over medium-low heat 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 30-45 minutes or until cool enough to serve.
Step 3
Place each pear half in a small bowl. Stir remaining sauce in pan; drizzle each serving with 1-2 teaspoons warm sauce. Top with a small scoop of ice cream, and if desired, toasted pecans. Serve immediately.
Marsala-Poached Pears
Marsala-Poached Pears
Marsala-Poached Pears

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ½ cup Holland House® Marsala Cooking Wine
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 4 Bartlett pears, about 8 oz. each
  • Vanilla ice cream
  • ¼ teaspoon Toasted pecans

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