Poached Pears in Red Wine

1 . Stage

Adult Peel and core the pears. Cut into quarters.

2 . Stage

Child Help measure the wine and sugar. Adult Place the pears in a large saucepan, and add the wine and sugar. Peel the lemon and slice the peel into very thin julienne strips. Reserve the peeled lemon for another use.

3 . Stage

Adult and Child Add the lemon peel to the saucepan. Add the cinnamon stick and cloves. Measure and add the vanilla.

4 . Stage

Adult Bring liquid to a boil over medium-high heat, then turn heat to low and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes, or until pears are tender. Transfer the pears and the lemon peel to a serving dish. Bring the liquid in the saucepan to a boil once again. Reduce liquid by half, or until it becomes syrupy. Pour the sauce over the pears. Cool and serve warm or at room temperature.