Name: Cranberry Poached Pears and Partridge Crisps
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 6 c. cranberry juice cocktail; 1/2 c. granulated sugar; 1 large navel orange; 2 small cinnamon sticks; 2 whole star anise; 1 vanilla bean; 8 medium Bosc pears; whipped cream; Partridge Crisps (see recipe below); 1 refrigerated rolled pie crust; 1 egg; granulated sugar; Black sprinkles

Step 1In a large saucepan, whisk together the cranberry juice and sugar. Add the orange, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and vanilla.

Step 2Peel the pears, add them to the saucepan and bring the liquid to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, turning the pears occasionally, until they are easily pierced with a knife, 20 to 25 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the pears to a platter.

Step 3Remove and discard the orange and spices from the saucepan. Return the pan to heat and simmer until the liquid is syrupy and reduced to 1 cup, about 45 minutes.

Step 4Spoon the reduced sauce over the pears and serve with whipped cream and partridge cookies (recipe below), if desired.

Step 5To make the partridge crisps: Unroll refrigerated rolled pie crust on a lightly floured surface. Using a floured mini partridge cutter or template (see Note), cut out dough and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with granulated sugar. Place black sprinkles on the heads for eyes and bake at 375 degrees F until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes.

Cranberry Poached Pears and Partridge Crisps

Ingredients

Pears

Partridge Crisps

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