Poached Red Pear Zinfandel

Diabetic exchange 1 carbohydrates, 1 fruit, 1 fat

Core pears from bottom , leaving stem intact.

Using a paring knife , peel a spiral channel from.

Slice the very bottom off pears to allow them to stand upright.

Stand pears up in the bottom of a large saucepan then add wine and vanilla.

Bring mixture just to boiling.

Reduce heat and simmer pears , covered , for 10 to 15 minutes or until pears are just tender.

Using a slotted spoon , transfer pears to four dessert dishes.

Add sugar to liquid in pan and bring to boiling.

Reduce heat and simmer , uncovered , for 12 minutes or until liquid is reduced to 2 / 3 cup and is the consistency of a thin sauce.

Spoon sauce over pears.

Drizzle honey on top.

Serve warm or chilled.

Garnish sauce on each plate with fresh mint leaves , if desired.

red pears, white zinfandel wine, vanilla, sugar, honey, fresh mint leaves