Poached Rum Raisin Pears

Tender Bosc or Anjou pears poached in a rich rum and raisin syrup until perfectly glazed. This elegant dessert combines the warmth of dark rum with sweet raisins and juicy pears.

4 servings
20 min

Ingredients

  • cup dark rum
  • lb Bosc or Anjou pears
  • ½ cup water
  • cup raisins
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ tablespoon unsalted butter

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Combine 1/3 cup rum with remaining ingredients in a 10-inch heavy skillet and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until pears are just tender, about 10 minutes. Remove lid and boil mixture, stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced to a syrup, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir in remaining tablespoon rum and serve warm or at room temperature.

    20 min