Serve 1 oz. Poached Pear A poached pear is a light and elegant way to finish a meal. This recipe is good for a busy household, because, the pears can be poached up to a week in advance and just left in the poaching liquid. For a light dessert after a large meal serve half a pear, or serve a whole pear after a light meal. Nutmeg 1 cup Cane Sugar 1 each Lemon, cut in half Peel and core the Pears.
Place pears in a pot with the remaining ingredients and bring to a simmer.
Allow to simmer 20 minutes. Remove from heat. Cool in its poaching liquid. Serve chilled with your favorite dessert sauce.