Shakespeare’s Baked Warden Pears in Red Wine

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1

Shakespeare's Baked Warden Pears in Red Wine - A Classic British Dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

280

Sugar

35g

Fat

Shakespeare's Baked Warden Pears in Red Wine is a classic British dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries. The dish originated in the 16th century and was a favorite of William Shakespeare himself. This dessert is typically made with fragrant pears called warden pears, which are poached in red wine and spices. The result is a flavorful and elegant dessert that is perfect for special occasions. These pears are often served with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream to balance the sweetness of the sauce.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2.	Peel the pears and slice off the bottoms so they will stand upright.
3.	Using a small, sharp knife, core the pears from the bottom.
4.	Mix the red wine, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and saffron in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
5.	Reduce heat to low and simmer the sauce for 10 minutes.
6.	Place the pears upright in a baking dish and pour the warm sauce over them.
7.	Bake the pears in the oven for 40 minutes or until they are tender.
8.	Baste the pears with the wine sauce every 10 minutes as they cook.
9.	Serve the pears with the sauce poured over them, garnished with fresh mint if desired.

PROS

Shakespeare’s Baked Warden Pears in Red Wine are a classic British dessert that are easy to make and perfect for entertaining guests.
The flavors of red wine, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and saffron mix together to create a delicious sauce that infuses the pears with flavor.

CONS

While these pears are a delicious dessert, they are fairly high in sugar and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
They also take some time to prepare and bake, so they are not a dessert you can easily whip up at the last minute.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Shakespeare’s Baked Warden Pears in Red Wine are not a particularly healthy dessert, they do offer some health benefits. Pears are a good source of fiber, and they also contain vitamin C, vitamin K, and potassium. Red wine contains antioxidants that can help protect against heart disease, and saffron has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties.

	4 fresh pears
	250 ml red wine
	50 g brown sugar
	1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
	1/4 teaspoon ginger
	1 pinch saffron