Honey-Brandy Poached Pears

An elegant dessert of whole pears poached in a simple honey syrup and finished with a splash of brandy.

Author

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Recipe

Measurements	Ingredients
6	Pears
$\frac{1}{3}$c	Sugar
$\frac{1}{3}$c	Water
$\frac{3}{4}$c	Honey
3T	Brandy

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Instructions

1. Peel the pears, coring them from the bottom while leaving them whole.
2. In a deep skillet, combine the sugar and water. Heat until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Stir in the honey and then add the pears.
4. Poach the pears over low heat, basting occasionally, until they are tender (about 20-30 minutes).
5. Let the pears cool completely in the syrup.
6. Stir in the brandy and serve.

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