Poached Pears

Directions

1. Step 1
   Combine cider, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar, lemon juice and butter in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.

2. Step 2
   Add the peeled pears and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender, turning the pears every few minutes.

3. Step 3
   Remove the pears from the syrup and allow to cool.

4. Step 4
   Continue to simmer the syrup for 15 to 20 minutes or until slightly thickened or reduced by half.

5. Step 5
   Serve warm syrup over pears.

Tips

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side. Make the syrup alone and serve over pancakes or waffles.