This Pear-Vanilla Compote makes a sweet accompaniment to a comforting braised brisket dinner. A splash of pear brandy or nectar
enhances the overall pear flavor, and vanilla makes it taste like home.
Makes
8 servings (2½ cups)
Total Time
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Ingredients
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Make It Ahead
The compote improves over time. To
allow the flavors to meld, make it ahead,
refrigerate, but use within ten days.
Instructions
Melt butter in a saucepan over
medium-low. Stir in pears,
brandy, lemon juice, brown sugar,
cinnamon, ginger, and salt.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until
pears are fork-tender, 15–20
minutes. Stir in vanilla bean paste.
Pulse compote using a handheld
blender or food processor to
desired consistency. Let compote
cool, then transfer to a container
and refrigerate.
Vanilla bean paste adds visual
interest to the pear compote with
its black speckles. Pure vanilla
extract can be substituted.
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Nutritional Facts
Nutritional Facts
Per serving
Calories: 131
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3g 4%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 8mg 2%
Sodium 2mg 0%
% Daily Value*
Carbs 24g 8%
Protein 1g
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
