Crimson Pears

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Crimson Pears
825 min.
6
159kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Crimson Pears, a stunning side dish that is not only visually appealing but also a treat for the taste buds. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy, featuring succulent pears bathed in a luscious raspberry syrup. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to elevate your everyday meals, these Crimson Pears are sure to impress your guests and family alike.

What makes this dish even more enticing is its versatility. It caters to a variety of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create a masterpiece that is both healthy and satisfying. The preparation is straightforward, allowing you to enjoy the process of cooking without the stress.

As the pears bake, they absorb the sweet and tangy flavors of the sugar and lemon juice, becoming tender and juicy. The final touch of raspberry syrup adds a vibrant color and a burst of flavor that will leave everyone wanting more. Serve them chilled for a refreshing dessert that is as nutritious as it is delicious. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exquisite dish that celebrates the natural sweetness of fruit, and watch as it becomes a favorite at your table!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  •  pears fresh
  • 10 ounces raspberries frozen thawed

Equipment

  • oven
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Mix sugar, water and lemon juice in ungreased 2-quart casserole until sugar is dissolved.
  3. Peel pears (do not core or remove stems).
  4. Cut slice from bottom of each pear so it will stand upright when served. Arrange pears in casserole, turning pears to coat with sugar mixture.
  5. Cover and bake 45 to 60 minutes or until pears are tender when pierced with fork. Carefully remove pears; pour sugar mixture from casserole and discard. Replace pears in casserole. Mash and drain raspberries in sieve over pears. Turn pears to coat with raspberry syrup. Cool 30 minutes.
  6. Cover and refrigerate about 12 hours, turning pears occasionally to coat evenly wth raspberry syrup. To serve, place pears upright in dessert dishes.
  7. Pour raspberry syrup over each pear.

Nutrition Facts

Calories159kcal
Protein2.79%
Fat3.05%
Carbs94.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.14
Glycemic Load
14.4
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.7717389943807%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
25.29mg
Petunidin
0.15mg
Delphinidin
0.62mg
Malvidin
0.06mg
Pelargonidin
0.46mg
Peonidin
0.06mg
Catechin
1.1mg
Epigallocatechin
1.27mg
Epicatechin
8.36mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.56mg
Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
0.53mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
2.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:159.21kcal
7.96%
Fat:0.6g
0.92%
Saturated Fat:0.05g
0.31%
Carbohydrates:41.32g
13.77%
Net Carbohydrates:32.72g
11.9%
Sugar:27.89g
30.98%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:2.88mg
0.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.23g
2.45%
Fiber:8.6g
34.42%
Vitamin C:21.97mg
26.63%
Manganese:0.4mg
20.15%
Vitamin K:11.52µg
10.97%
Copper:0.19mg
9.57%
Potassium:283.14mg
8.09%
Folate:23.38µg
5.85%
Magnesium:23.25mg
5.81%
Vitamin E:0.63mg
4.21%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
3.92%
Iron:0.65mg
3.64%
Phosphorus:35.46mg
3.55%
Vitamin B3:0.57mg
2.87%
Calcium:28.51mg
2.85%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.54%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.51%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.49%
Vitamin A:60.39IU
1.21%