The story

From Karla's family cookbook (2014). This simple pear compote with white wine and cinnamon is a classic family recipe, equally good as a light dessert or alongside game dishes.

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
easy

Method

  1. Peel the pears and cut into slices.

  2. Bring the water, wine, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon stick to a boil together.

  3. Add the pears and cook until just tender.

  4. Leave to cool in the liquid.