Nigel Slater's recipe for spiced pears with red wine and dark chocolate
Briefly

The article discusses the process of poaching pears using a recipe that calls for red wine, various spices, and chocolate. It emphasizes the importance of monitoring the cooking process, as the pears can take anywhere from 15 to 50 minutes to reach tenderness. The recipe involves creating a simple spiced syrup, cooking the pears to perfection, and garnishing them with melted chocolate and chopped pistachios. Attention to detail during the poaching process is essential for achieving the right texture and flavor.
Pears require close attention while poaching, taking 15 to 50 minutes, depending on ripeness; check them frequently with a skewer or knife.
To poach pears, simmer them in a spiced red wine base, adjusting sweetness as needed and serving with melted chocolate and pistachios for garnish.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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