Do you know nashi pears?
They are unusual fruits that look similar to a round apple, while the flesh reminds one of a pear.
The skin, smooth or slightly rough, is yellow-green or golden-bronze, depending on the variety.
Low in acidity, juicy, with firm and crunchy flesh and a pleasantly fragrant taste, they are refreshing and hydrating, often also used raw in salads and fruit salads.
I had the opportunity to pick these delicious fruits rich in properties directly from the tree, and here is this delightful recipe for baked nashi pears with dried fruits, a simple dessert that further enriches these fruits with spicy aromas and flavors that take us a bit to the end of summer and the approach of cooler September days.
The unique taste of these pears and their delicacy go well with cinnamon, star anise seeds, vin santo, and the addition of dried fruits.
Web information:
The nashi is originally from China but is also grown in Italy; it is a widespread plant in warm areas with a subtropical climate; it is a versatile fruit tree that adapts well to our Mediterranean climate and withstands the winter cold strongly.
This fruit also has excellent nutritional qualities; it is low in calories but rich in minerals (iron and potassium) that help our body combat the symptoms of tiredness or fatigue.
Furthermore, these delicious fruits are also very useful for strengthening bones, thanks to the large fiber content and micronutrients; it is also a good source of B vitamins and vitamin C.
In the Italian market, you can find it from late summer through the entire autumn!
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 10 pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer
Ingredients for Baked Nashi Pears with Dried Fruits
- 10 Nashi Pears
- 1.75 oz Vin santo
- 1 tbsp Raisins
- 1 tbsp Sliced Almonds
- 1 tbsp Pine Nuts
- 2 tbsps Wildflower Honey
- to taste Ground Cinnamon
- to taste Star Anise
- to taste Lemon Juice
Tools
- 1 Baking Dish
- 1 Oven
Preparation for Baked Nashi Pears with Dried Fruits
Wash the pears well and then cut them in half, place them inside a baking dish.
Pour the vin santo or other dessert wine over them, a little lemon juice, the soaked raisins, some sliced almonds, and pine nuts (leave a little aside), sprinkle with a pinch of ground cinnamon, some star anise, and a tablespoon of honey.Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and set the microwave on 600 power for about 20 minutes. If you don’t have a microwave, cook them in a non-stick pan with the lid on the stove.
After this time, remove the plastic wrap, add the rest of the dried fruits and another generous tablespoon of honey, turn on the grill and let them brown in the oven for about 10 minutes.At this point, the nashi pears should be well-cooked and fragrant; you can serve them hot or let them cool down.
Tips:
if you can’t find nashi pears, you can make the recipe with another variety of pear; adjust the cooking times visually. The vin santo can be replaced with other dessert or fortified wines.For the gourmets, you can always melt and accompany them with a drizzle of dark chocolate!
Can I use other types of pears?
You can substitute them with other types, but the cooking will also vary based on the quality of the pears.