Pere al Vino Rosso

Pere al Vino Rosso is a delightful Italian dessert featuring pears poached in a rich red wine syrup, creating a luxurious and aromatic treat. This low-carb version maintains all the flavors while keeping the sugar content in check, making it perfect for a light indulgence.

Ingredients

• 2 ripe pears - medium-sized
• 250 ml red wine - preferably a dry variety
• 2 tablespoons erythritol - or preferred low-carb sweetener
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 whole cloves
• 1 star anise
• Zest of 1 orange

Steps

1. Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact, and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the red wine, erythritol, cinnamon stick, cloves, star anise, and orange zest.
3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the erythritol is dissolved.
4. Add the peeled pears to the saucepan, ensuring they are fully submerged in the wine mixture.
5. Cover and let the pears poach for about 20 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are tender but not falling apart.
6. Once cooked, remove the pears from the saucepan and set them aside to cool slightly.
7. Increase the heat and reduce the wine mixture for about 5-10 minutes until it thickens slightly into a syrup.
8. Serve the pears drizzled with the red wine syrup, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Nutrition

• Calories: 125
• Protein: 1 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Sodium: 5 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 0 g
• Saturated Fat: 0 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from red wine and pears.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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