Honey-Poached Pears with Ricotta
Elegant Bosc pears simmered in honey and star anise served with whipped ricotta.
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35 minsEasy4 servings
Nutrition per serving
260
Calories
6g
Protein
44g
Carbs
8g
Fat
Ingredients
- 4 largeBosc pears
- 1/2 cupHoney
- 2 podsStar anise
- 1 cupFresh ricotta
- 1 tspLemon zest
Instructions
- 1
Peel pears leaving the stems intact.
- 2
Simmer water, honey, and star anise in a pot; add pears.
- 3
Poach for 20 minutes until tender but firm.
- 4
Whip ricotta with lemon zest until light.
- 5
Serve pears warm or cold on a bed of whipped ricotta with a drizzle of poaching syrup.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories260
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g10%
Saturated Fat 2.4g12%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 25mg8%
Sodium 310mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 44g16%
Dietary Fiber 4g14%
Sugars 15.4g
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 200 IUVitamin C 28 mgCalcium 45 mgIron 1.2 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
💡 Tips for Honey-Poached Pears with Ricotta
- • Bring dairy ingredients to room temperature before mixing for a smoother texture.
- • Roll citrus on the counter before juicing to get more juice out.
- • This is a great recipe for beginners — don't overthink it, just have fun!
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