Poached Fresh Pears In White Burgundy With Ch Recipe

Recipe Ingredients :

6 large fresh pears
1 1/2 qt white wine
1 cup sugar
6 cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
1 cup heavy cream
4 squares bitter chocolate
2 1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup butter -- (or margarine)
1/2 cup strong coffee

Recipe Directions :

STEP ONE: Select large firm pears. Peel pears, leaving the stems.
Core from the bottom, leaving a 3/4-inch hole. Bring the white wine,
sugar, and seasoning to a boil in a saucepan. Place the pears in the
wine and simmer until tender. Be careful not to overcook. Set aside
and let the pears cool in the wine.

STEP TWO: Chocolate Sauce-- Put cream, chocolate, powdered sugar,
butter, and strong coffee in a double boiler and heat for 30 minutes
or until the chocolate is melted. Mix well.

STEP THREE: Drain the pears, spoon the chocolate sauce in a nice stem
glass or a bowl, and place the pears in the center. Garnish with
fresh mint leaves.

CHEF'S NOTE: These pears are excellent served over French Vanilla ice
cream and topped with chocolate sauce.

Recipe By : Joe Mannke of Rotisserie for Beef and Bird, Houston,
TX

 

Serves: 6

 

Recipe Categories: Fruit; Pear

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