Orange Liqueur Pears

Directions

1. 1
   Peel the pears but leave the stem intact.
2. 2
   Trim the base so they stand upright.
3. 3
   I take a teaspoon and take out some of the core too, as it allows the syrup to get right up inside.
4. 4
   In a saucepan combine the juice, water, sugar, rind and wine.
5. 5
   Stir over a low heat until the sugar has dissolved then add the pears and simmer for 20 minutes or until the pears are tender.
6. 6
   Baste with the syrup from time to time.
7. 7
   Remove the pears and increase the heat under the pan.
8. 8
   Reduce until the syrup has reached a more sticky saucy consistency.
9. 9
   Pour this syrup over the pears and allow them to cool then add the orange liqueur.
10. 10
    When cold remove the orange rind and serve with a little of the syrup spooned over.