POACHED ORANGE PEARS

Poached Orange Pears image

Although these pears are very simple to prepare, they are quite elegant. I especially love to serve them when fresh raspberries are in season. They make a beautiful presentation for special occasions and are always well liked by both young and old. -Edna Lee, Greeley, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups orange juice
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
4 large pears, peeled and halved
1/2 cup fresh raspberries

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring the orange juice, brown sugar and cinnamon stick to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Add pears; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender but firm., Using a slotted spoon, place each pear half in a dessert dish. Garnish with raspberries. Drizzle with poaching liquid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.