Poached Asian Pears with Ginger and Pumpkin

Asian pears more closely resemble apples in look and taste and are firm when ripe. They can be found at most specialty markets.

Serves 4

Ingredients

1 1 ⁄2 cups cranberry juice

3 cups water

2 slices ginger

3 ⁄4 tablespoon pumpkin spice

4 Asian pears, cored and halved

1. In a large pot, add the cranberry juice, water, and ginger slices. Add the pumpkin pie spice, placing in a cheesecloth bag if desired. Bring to a boil.

2. Add the pears. Simmer, turning occasionally, until they are tender and can be pierced easily with a fork (depending on the firmness of the pear, this can take 30–35 minutes). Serve warm.

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