Soothing Juniper and Mulled Pears Recipe ππ·
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
This delightful recipe, inspired by the Wicca cookbook, is perfect for the Mabon feast or a refreshing cleanse of the spirit. πΏβ¨
Ingredients:
- 4 Bartlett pears, peeled, cored, and quartered π
- 2/3 cup Anjou pears, diced π
- 2/3 cup red wine π·
- 1/3 cup dark brown sugar π―
- 4 juniper berries, crushed πΏ
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Peel, core, and quarter the pears. πβοΈ |
| 2 | In a saucepan, combine the red wine, brown sugar, pineapple juice, and crushed juniper berries. π·π |
| 3 | Let the mixture simmer gently for about 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. β³πΏ |
| 4 | Now, add the quartered pears to the saucepan. π |
| 5 | Simmer uncovered, allowing the pears to soak up the delicious mulled wine essence for about 15 minutes. Stir and baste them occasionally. π₯π· |
| 6 | Once the pears are tender and infused with the flavors, remove them from the heat. π |
| 7 | Serve these delightful mulled pears in small bowls or elegant red wine glasses. ππ·β¨ |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 220.4
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 11.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 49.8g
- Fiber: 5.2g
- Sugar: 38.3g
- Protein: 0.8g
Recipe Notes:
- π For a variety of textures, you can mix Bartlett and Anjou pears.
- πΏ Juniper berries add a fragrant, piney note to the dish.
- π· The red wine infuses the pears with a rich, warm flavor.
- β¨ Serve these delightful pears as a dessert for your Mabon feast or as a cleansing treat for the soul.
