Nitrate & Nitrite Free Vanilla Pear Cream Cups
Total time35 min
Prep time10 min
Cook time15 min
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4 servings
For the poached pears
- 2 cups water
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ripe but firm pears, peeled, halved, and cored
For the vanilla cream
- 1 cup fresh ricotta
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, 2 tbsp maple syrup, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract in a medium saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring until the maple syrup dissolves.
- 2
Add the pear halves cut-side down to the simmering liquid. Cook for 10–14 minutes, turning once halfway through, until a paring knife slides into the thickest part with no resistance and the pears are tender throughout.
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