Thyme and Cinnamon Poached Pears

A seasonal favorite, one of classical elegance and sophisticated simplicity, our thyme and cinnamon poached pears are a truly unexpected pair in this decadent dessert, where th minty-green flavor accents of thyme compliments in the harmonious, subtle sweetness of a tasty trio: maple. cinnamon and lemon peel. 

Ingredients

Procedure

For the Pears:

1. Peel and core the pears, leaving stems intact. Set aside.

For the Syrup:

1. Mix remaining ingredients in large sauce pan and bring to boil.
2. Place pears in liquid. Reduce heat to low; simmer, covered, 20-30 minutes or until pears are tender. Remove pears from sauce pan and set aside.
3. Continue reducing the syrup until about 3/4 cup left in the pan.
4. Strain reduced syrup to remove the cinnamon sticks and thyme leaves.

For Service:

1. Serve pears with syrup spooned over and a sprig of fresh baby thyme.
2. Serve warm, with an optional scoop of ice cream.