Saffron Poached Pears

Serves 6

Prep 30 mins

Cook 2 hrs

100mg McKenzie's Saffron 4-8 firm pears 1 litre water 750g caster sugar 1/2 vanilla bean 10 cardamom pods, crushed 1 small cinnamon stick

Step 1

Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan and gently poach the pears until tender, for approximately 2 hours. Leave overnight. Ensure pears remain immersed in liquid.

Step 2

Remove pears, return syrup to heat and simmer to reduce to a sticky glaze. Pour glaze over pears and serve with ice cream or cream.

Step 3

Bottle the left over syrup to enjoy as a topping on your favourite ice cream.

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