Sekel and Forselle pears are widely available in winter and are perfect for this warming side dish.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dry white wine
- Juice of one oranges
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 stick cinnamon
- 2 whole cloves
- 6 whole shallots, separated into cloves, peeled, and trimmed
- 6 Sekel or Forselle pears (about 2-1/2 pounds), peeled, halved, and cored
Method
- In a shallow saucepan combine wine, orange juice, sugar, cinnamon, and cloves. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add shallots and simmer over low heat for 5 to 6 minutes. Add pear halves and continue simmering until pears are fork tender, about 5 to 8 minutes.
Makes 6 servings.
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