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Chapter 12: Fruit And Sweets, The Complete Mediterranean Cookbook

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This elegant yet simple dessert highlights the natural sweetness of ripe pears, enhanced by a drizzle of high-quality extra-virgin olive oil and a splash of dry white wine. The heat caramelizes the fruit's edges, creating a tender, succulent texture that contrasts beautifully with the bright, acidic notes of the wine reduction. It is a perfect light finish to a Mediterranean-inspired meal, offering a sophisticated touch without excessive sugar. Ideal for date nights or intimate gatherings, this dish proves that minimal ingredients can yield maximum flavor. Serve warm for the best experience.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Calories: 143.8
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
This elegant yet simple dessert highlights the natural sweetness of ripe pears, enhanced by a drizzle of high-quality extra-virgin olive oil and a splash of dry white wine. The heat caramelizes the fruit's edges, creating a tender, succulent texture that contrasts beautifully with the bright, acidic notes of the wine reduction. It is a perfect light finish to a Mediterranean-inspired meal, offering a sophisticated touch without excessive sugar. Ideal for date nights or intimate gatherings, this dish proves that minimal ingredients can yield maximum flavor. Serve warm for the best experience.
Ingredients
  • 2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 Ripe but firm Bosc or Bartlett pears (6 to 7 ounces each) , peeled, halved, and cored
  • 1/4 cups dry white wine
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 400&# 194;°F (200°C).
  2. 2
    Arrange the peeled, halved, and cored pears cut-side up in a baking dish.
  3. 3
    Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil evenly over the cut sides of the pears.
  4. 4
    Pour the dry white wine into the bottom of the baking dish, ensuring it does not pool directly under the fruit if possible, or simply let it sit around them.
  5. 5
    Roast in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until the pears are tender when pierced with a fork.
  6. 6
    Spoon the reduced wine sauce from the pan over the pears before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 143.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.6g12%
Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 15.7g6%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
Sugars 10.0g
Protein 0.4g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: roasted pears, olive oil dessert, white wine sauce, mediterranean sweets, bosc pears, bartlett pears, easy dessert, fruit dessert, healthy sweets, vegan dessert
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