Roasted Bosc Pears with Pomegranate Glaze

Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Roasted Bosc Pears with Pomegranate Glaze
45 min.
6
438kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of autumn with our Roasted Bosc Pears with Pomegranate Glaze, a perfect addition to any gathering. This enchanting dish combines the luscious sweetness of Bosc pears with the rich notes of red wine and the vibrant tartness of pomegranate juice, creating a symphony of taste that will captivate your guests. Whether served as an antipasti, a starter, or even as a decadent snack, these pears promise to be a showstopper on your dining table.

Preparing this recipe is a feast for the senses. The fragrances of cinnamon and orange peel waft through your kitchen as the pears roast to perfection. Each bite of the tender fruit, drenched in a glossy, aromatic glaze, is a heavenly experience. For those who enjoy a delightful contrast, serve the warm pears alongside smooth, dairy-free vanilla ice cream and crunchy biscotti for a truly satisfying treat.

Not only is this dish a visual masterpiece, but it also caters to various dietary preferences, being completely dairy-free. With a delightful balance of flavors and a straightforward preparation time of just 45 minutes, this elegant recipe is ideal for both intimate dinners and larger celebrations. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a taste of luxury with these Roasted Bosc Pears that exude warmth and comfort on any occasion.

Ingredients

  • servings purchased biscotti 
  •  bosc pear with stems, peeled
  •  cinnamon sticks 
  • 0.8 cup wine dry red such as syrah or zinfandel
  • teaspoons orange zest grated
  • 0.8 cup pomegranate juice 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • servings whipped cream 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • baking pan
  • spatula
  • melon baller

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Stir wine, pomegranate juice, sugar, cinnamon stick, and orange peel in medium saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves, about 3 minutes.
  2. Using small melon baller, core pears from bottom of wide end. Trim bottoms flat and stand upright in 8x8x2-inch baking dish.
  3. Pour pomegranate-wine sauce over pears. Roast pears until tender when pierced with knife, basting pears with sauce every 20 minutes, about 1 hour. Using spatula, transfer roasted pears to serving platter.
  4. Transfer pan juices to small saucepan. Simmer until reduced to 2/3 cup, about 5 minutes. (Can be made 4 hours ahead.
  5. Let sauce and pears stand at room temperature. Rewarm sauce before continuing.)
  6. Spoon glaze over pears.
  7. Serve warm or at room temperature with vanilla ice cream and biscotti.

Nutrition Facts

Calories438kcal
Protein4.71%
Fat22.3%
Carbs72.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.81
Glycemic Load
28.78
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.3465217559234%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
4.41mg
Petunidin
1mg
Delphinidin
1.51mg
Malvidin
7.87mg
Pelargonidin
0.03mg
Peonidin
0.56mg
Catechin
2.79mg
Epigallocatechin
1.05mg
Epicatechin
9.89mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.3mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.54mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
2.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:438.44kcal
21.92%
Fat:10.74g
16.52%
Saturated Fat:5.57g
34.83%
Carbohydrates:79.09g
26.36%
Net Carbohydrates:72.69g
26.43%
Sugar:59.09g
65.66%
Cholesterol:49.64mg
16.55%
Sodium:124.23mg
5.4%
Alcohol:3.15g
100%
Alcohol %:1.16%
100%
Protein:5.1g
10.21%
Fiber:6.39g
25.57%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.55%
Potassium:408.69mg
11.68%
Manganese:0.22mg
11.14%
Calcium:111.01mg
11.1%
Vitamin C:9.01mg
10.92%
Vitamin K:11.45µg
10.9%
Phosphorus:94.6mg
9.46%
Copper:0.17mg
8.57%
Vitamin A:426.88IU
8.54%
Magnesium:24.38mg
6.09%
Folate:23.47µg
5.87%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.65%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.89%
Iron:0.83mg
4.63%
Zinc:0.68mg
4.5%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.29%
Vitamin E:0.55mg
3.63%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.6%
Selenium:1.58µg
2.26%
Vitamin B3:0.45mg
2.25%
Source:Epicurious