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Pears poached in saffron syrup

By Maranda Engelbrecht

Serves 6

Difficulty Easy

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cooking Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

3 cups water
500 g sugar
10 pods cardamon
a few threads of saffron
12 pears, peeled
buttermilk, for serving (optional)

Method

In a large wok or saucepan, add to the water the sugar, cardamom and saff ron. Bring to a boil.
Add the pears and simmer until they start to soften and the liquid becomes syrupy.
Add the lemon juice and stir through.
Serve warm or cooled with the buttermilk, if using.