Caramel Pears Belle Helene

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 12
Indulge in the Sweet and Decadent Caramel Pears Belle Helene
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 inches fresh ginger , piece ( will be slicing into 1/4 inch thick disks )
1 cup sugar
3 cups warm water
1 vanilla bean , halved lengthwise
4 bosc pears , firm barely ripe
1 -2 tablespoon pear brandy , Poire William preferred ( optional )
1 1/2 pints vanilla ice cream
caramel sauce , for serving ( Chocolate sauce can be used if desired )
2 tablespoons pistachios , chopped for garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
428
Sugar
51g
Fat
21g
Caramel Pears Belle Helene is a dessert that originated in France and is named after the famous opera La Belle Helene. It is a luxurious dish that is often served at high-end restaurants and special events around the world. The combination of sweet, juicy pears poached in a vanilla-infused syrup and topped with warm caramel and cool vanilla ice cream is a treat that is sure to impress your guests. This dish is perfect for those who have a sweet tooth and are looking to indulge in a decadent dessert.

Instructions

1.In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine ginger, sugar, and warm water together.
2.Add vanilla bean and stir. Cook the mixture until the sugar has completely dissolved.
3.Peel the pears with a vegetable peeler, leaving the stems intact. Cut the bottom end of the pears to create a flat base.
4.Gently place the pears in the liquid mixture and let them simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender. Make sure to baste the pears with the liquid occasionally.
5.Remove the pears with a slotted spoon and let them cool.
6.Continue to simmer the syrup until it thickens and turns into a caramel.
7.If desired, add the pear brandy to the syrup and let it reduce.
8.Place a scoop of vanilla ice cream in each serving dish, top with a caramel-drizzled pear and sprinkle pistachios over it.

PROS

Caramel Pears Belle Helene is a decadent twist on the classic poached pear recipe that is both beautiful and delicious.
The combination of warm caramel and cold vanilla ice cream will tantalize your taste buds, leaving you wanting more.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and fat and should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
It also requires a longer cooking time, making it a bit more time-consuming than other desserts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pears are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and copper. They are associated with aiding digestion and promoting healthy blood pressure levels. Ginger is also known to have anti-inflammatory properties.

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