Poached Jersey Pears with Lavender Honey and Crème Fraîche

Delicate poached pears infused with lavender and honey, served with a dollop of tangy crème fraîche. A light and refreshing dessert, perfect after a meal of Jersey Wonders (cinnamon sugar doughnuts).

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

265 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£1.86/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

4mediumJersey Pears(Firm but ripe, such as Conference pears if Jersey pears aren't available.)

£2.50

1cupDry White Wine(Such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)

£2.00

1cupWater

0.3cupHoney(Ideally Jersey honey, but any good quality honey will work.)

£0.75

1teaspoonDried Lavender Flowers(Culinary grade)

£0.40

1Lemon(Juice and zest)

£0.60

0.5cupCrème Fraîche(For serving)

£1.20

Total Cost

£7.45

£1.86 per serving

Instructions

1.
Peel, halve, and core the pears. Brush the cut sides with lemon juice to prevent browning.
2.
In a medium saucepan, combine the white wine, water, honey, lavender flowers, and lemon zest.
3.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the honey is dissolved.
4.
Gently place the pear halves into the simmering liquid. The pears should be mostly submerged. If not, add a little more water and wine (equal parts).
5.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and poach the pears for 20-30 minutes, or until they are tender but still hold their shape. The cooking time will depend on the ripeness of the pears.
6.
Remove the pears from the poaching liquid with a slotted spoon and set aside to cool slightly.
7.
Increase the heat to medium-high and simmer the poaching liquid for 10-15 minutes, or until it has reduced to a light syrup. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
8.
To serve, place two pear halves on each plate. Drizzle with the lavender honey syrup and top with a dollop of crème fraîche.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (225g)

265 kcal / 1109 kJ

Carbs

36g

14% of RDA

Fat

11.5g

16% of RDA

Protein

1.5g

3% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

5 g

17% of RDA

Sugar

26 g

29% of RDA

Sodium

15 mg

1% of RDA

Saturated Fat

7.5 g

38% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a more intense lavender flavor, infuse the honey with lavender flowers a few days in advance. Gently warm the honey and add the lavender flowers. Let it sit for a few days, then strain the honey before using.

The poached pears can be made a day ahead. Store them in the poaching liquid in the refrigerator. This allows the flavors to meld even further.

Serve the poached pears warm or at room temperature.

Cooking Equipment

Medium saucepan

Paring knife

Measuring cups and spoons

Wine Pairings

No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.

Complete the Meal

Main Course

Traditional Jersey Wonders with Cinnamon Sugar

A taste of Jersey heritage! These light and airy doughnuts, known locally as 'Wonders', are a delightful treat, especially when made with Jersey dairy and spices.

25 minutes

12 servings

Easy

"Pairs perfectly with this dessert"

Starter

Jersey Royal Potato and Watercress Salad with Lemon-Dill Vinaigrette

A light and refreshing salad featuring the nutty flavor of Jersey Royal potatoes, peppery watercress, and a zesty lemon-dill vinaigrette. Perfect as a starter or side dish.

35 minutes

4 servings

Easy

"This starter offers a savory and refreshing counterpoint to the sweet and spiced Wonders. The earthy Jersey Royal potatoes and peppery watercress provide a textural contrast, while the light lemon-dill vinaigrette cleanses the palate, preparing it for the richer, fried dessert."

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Chef's Tips

The poached pears can be made a day ahead. Store them in the poaching liquid in the refrigerator. This allows the flavors to meld even further.

Serve the poached pears warm or at room temperature.

Poached Jersey Pears with Lavender Honey and Crème Fraîche

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