I'm a sucker for desserts that feel elegant without requiring a ton of fancy cooking tricks. It may sound like a tall task, but a dessert like wine poached pears proves that it's possible. Fresh pears ...

These are delicious on their own, but a crisp cookie is a lovely accompaniment. If you have any pears left over, you can refrigerate them in their syrup. Slice them and use as a crêpe filling or as a ...

Poached pears in wine, or Poire a la Beaujolais, is a classic French dessert that originated in the wine-growing area of Burgandy and Lyon. Oh, so yummy!! A deliciously sweet pear that is infused with ...

Three poached pears in a dish in their poaching liquid with vanilla and cardamom. - irina2511/Shutterstock Pears are surprisingly versatile. Their mild but distinctive flavor works as well in a savory ...