Poached Pear Delight

Simply elegant and delectable.

Ingredients

4 cups water

1 cup GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY

4 strips orange zest

4 pears, peeled, cored, halved

chocolate syrup

1/2 pint heavy cream, whipped

4 large strawberries, halved

1 bunch mint leaves

Honey Tips

Honey Flavors and Colors

Honey has different flavors and colors, depending on the location and kinds of flowers the bees visit. Climatic conditions of the area also influence its flavor and color.

Directions

In a medium saucepan bring water, honey and orange zest to boil. Add pears. Cover and simmer until pears are tender, about 10 minutes. Allow pears to soak in poaching liquid in refrigerator about 3 hours. Remove and slice pears.
To Serve:
Drizzle lines of chocolate syrup on serving plate. Place sliced pears in center of plate. Top with whipped cream. Garnish with strawberry halves. Add a mint leaf.
Serves 4.