Best Ginger Pear Sipper Recipes

PEAR & GINGER SPARKLER

Pear & Ginger Sparkler image

I created this twist on a Bellini when a friend gave me some Asian pears she grew in her backyard. If you like ginger and want more of a kick, try substituting ginger liqueur for the vodka. -Jacyn Siebert, San Francisco, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 cups pear nectar
2 medium Asian pears, cored and sliced
1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh gingerroot
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup plain or pear vodka
3 bottles (750 milliliters each ) champagne, chilled
GARNISH:
Fresh pear slices

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine pear nectar, pears, ginger and sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until pears are softened. Cool., Place mixture in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Press mixture through a fine-mesh strainer. Stir in vodka. Pour 1-1/2 ounces into each champagne flute or cocktail glass. Top with 4 ounces champagne. Serve with pear slices.

Nutrition Facts :

GINGER PEAR TEA

Ginger Pear Tea image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories beverage

Time 2h38m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar
4 cups water
2 pears, peeled and coarsely grated 1-inch piece ginger, sliced into 1/8-inch coins

Steps:

In a medium pot bring water, grated pear, ginger and sugar to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until the pears are very soft, about 30 minutes Remove from heat and strain into a bowl. Refrigerate until chilled, about 2 hours.

GINGER PEAR MUFFINS

Ginger Pear Muffins image

This wonderful recipe has been in my files for years. The chunks of fresh pear make each bite moist and delicious. -Lorraine Caland, Thunder Bay, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup canola oil
1 large egg, room temperature
1 cup buttermilk
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups chopped peeled fresh pears
TOPPING:
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons butter, melted

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, beat brown sugar, oil and egg until well blended. Beat in buttermilk. In a small bowl, combine flour, baking soda, ginger, salt and cinnamon; gradually beat into buttermilk mixture until blended. Stir in pears. Fill 18 paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. , For topping, combine brown sugar and ginger. Stir in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over batter. , Bake 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SCARLET SIPPER

Scarlet Sipper image

This sweet, tart and slightly fizzy drink is a favorite for gatherings at our church. The bright color sets a festive tone, and the flavors blend seamlessly. -Amber Goolsby, Geneva, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 12 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 cups cranberry-apple juice, chilled
1 cup orange juice, chilled
1/4 cup lemon juice, chilled
1 liter ginger ale, chilled
Optional: Fresh cranberries, orange and lemon wedges

Steps:

In a pitcher, combine juices; stir in ginger ale. Serve over ice. If desired, garnish with cranberries, orange and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 8mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.