Tis the season for sweets. That time when willpower loses out to the seductive power of the senses with an easy, 'Why not? It's the holidays!'. At the risk of sounding like Scrooge...or Nancy Reagan...just say no. Poached pears are a healthy alternative dessert for your guests that is easy, elegant and yummy! Bosc pears are ideal for poaching and are in abundance this time of year. When picking out your pears, try to find some with the leaves still hanging from the stem for a fun presentation a la Martha Stewart. Peel them (keeping the stem intact), core them and chop the bottom so they stand up straight in a saucepan. Cover the pears with organic, no-sugar-added apple cider, a capful of sweet vermouth, some cloves and cinnamon sticks. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer until a gentle poke with a sharp knife slides in smoothly. Use a slotted spoon to remove pears from juice and let cool. Place the pears on individual serving plates and drizzle with chocolate sauce and a dollop of whipped cream...it IS the holidays after all!
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