Poached Pear Sundaes

Directions

1. 1
   Bring water, honey and orange peel to boil in heavy medium saucepan.
2. 2
   Add pears.
3. 3
   Cover and simmer over medium-low heat until pears are tender but still firm, about 12 minutes.
4. 4
   Refrigerate pears in poaching liquid until cold, about 3 hours.
5. 5
   (Pears can be prepared 1 day ahead.)
6. 6
   Slice pears.
7. 7
   Arrange slices decoratively in 2 dishes.
8. 8
   Top with 1 scoop vanilla ice cream.
9. 9
   Drizzle chocolate syrup over.
10. 10
    Garnish with whipped cream and grated chocolate.