Black Muscat Poached Pears with Zinc House Farm Grown Mint
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Recipe Information
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes
Total Time: 50 Minutes
Total Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 Ripe pears (peeled)
- 1 Bottle of 2022 Black Muscat
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 Handful of Zinc House Farm mint leaves
Directions
Combine the Black Muscat wine, sugar, and mint leaves in a large pot.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
Add the peeled pears and simmer for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally for even cooking.
Remove pears and let them cool.
Reduce the poaching liquid by half to create a syrup.
Serve the pears drizzled with the reduced Black Muscat syrup and garnish with fresh mint leaves
Pair with a glass of Clark Ferrea Black Muscat for a truly cohesive dessert experience.
Suggested wine pairing
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