Caramelized Pears

Directions

1. 1
   Squeeze juice from lemon.
2. 2
   Measure and reserve 1 tblsp of juice; add remaining juice to cold water in large bowl.
3. 3
   Pare, quarter and core one pear at a time and place in acidulated water.
4. 4
   Drain pears; pat dry with paper toweling.
5. 5
   Heat butter in large skillet over medium-high heat.
6. 6
   When foam subsides, add pears; increase heat to high.
7. 7
   Saute pears until just golden on all sides, about 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Add wine.
9. 9
   Boil and cook until wine is reduced to thick glaze, about 5 minutes.
10. 10
    Sprinkle pears with sugar and reserved lemon juice.
11. 11
    Cook, stirring gently, over medium heat, until pears are lightly glazed.
12. 12
    Give a good grind (but not too much) of coarse black pepper.
13. 13
    Serve warm with a dollop of creme fraiche.