Flambeed Vanilla-Poached Pears with Apricot Sauce

Submitted by: Anna 
Living In: Seattle, Washington, USA
This is a great dessert for a fancy party or a girl's night in! I love pears, and I love this recipe, because lighting the rum on fire caramelizes the sugar, and pulls out the flavor of the pears. I served this dish to a rich couple and got a hefty tip back, so I figured it must have been good! 

Pears Covered with Chocolate

Submitted by: Mariana, Helena e Margarida 
This is a simple dessert, which is made with pears and chocolate, and it's very sweet!! 

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Pears with Raspberry Sauce

Submitted by: Constance Rak 
The yummy recipe for Pears with Raspberry Sauce was shared by Constance Rak of Westlake, Ohio. 'This dish came about when I was expecting company and wanted to make a light pretty dessert with items that I already had on hand,' she recalls. 'My guests really enjoyed it. I now make it as often as I can--new audience, same dessert, everybody loves it!' 

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Poached Pears with Wine Vinaigrette

Submitted by: PS2XWIZ 
Bosc pears are poached in vanilla, cinnamon, star anise, citrus zest, and white wine; then finished with a delightful walnut oil, vinegar, and pureed poached pear sauce. 

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