Warm Pears in Cider

Directions

1. 1
   Carefully remove rind from the lemon with potato peeler, leave white pith behind.
2. 2
   Squeeze the juice from the lemon into a saucepan,add the rind, sugar, nutmeg and cider, heat through to dissolve sugar.
3. 3
   Carefully peel pears, leaving the stalks on, place them in the pan of cider.
4. 4
   Poach 10-15 minutes, until almost tender, turning frequently to cook evenly.
5. 5
   Transfer pears to individual serving plates with slotted spoon.
6. 6
   Simmer liquid over high heat until reduced slightly and syrupy.
7. 7
   Pour warm syrup over pars, serve immediately with custard, cream or ice cream.