Pepper Poached Pears

Directions

Combine the water, wine, sugar, peppercorns, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, salt, red pepper and vinegar in a small saucepan.

Bring to a boil.

Add the pears and reduce heat to a simmer.

Cook for 10 minutes, until the pears are tender, turning every few minutes so they cook evenly.

When the pears are uniformly tender, remove to a plate.

Reduce the liquid in the pan by half.

Strain into a bowl. Add the vanilla and return the pears to the liquid to cool.

Serve at room temperature.