Pear Dessert with Caramel Sauce (Armut Tatlısı)

1. Peel the 4 large washed pears, leaving their stems intact. Cut the bottoms flat so they can stand upright. Using a melon baller or corer, remove the seeds from the bottom center. In a saucepan, combine 3 water glasses of water, 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 2–3 drops of lemon juice, and stir briefly. Once the sugar dissolves, place the pears in the pot and cook on low heat with the lid on until a fork can be inserted easily. Once cooked, transfer to a serving plate using a slotted spoon and let cool.
2. For the caramel sauce: Place 1 water glass of granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of water, and 2 drops of lemon juice into a deep saucepan. Without stirring the dissolving sugar, swirl the pan occasionally to help the sugar caramelize evenly. Once the sugar mixture turns a milky-toffee color, add 1 tablespoon of cold butter and stir with a wooden spoon. Add half a package of heavy cream to the deepened-color caramel still cooking on low heat, and stir quickly. Cook the caramel mixture for another 2–3 minutes on low heat, then remove from the stove. Pour immediately into a glass or ceramic container and let it rest for 3–4 minutes. Drizzle the prepared caramel sauce over the cooled pears and serve cold.

About This Recipe

The pear, one of the sweetest and juiciest members of the rose family, is a highly beneficial fruit for our bodies. It is rich in minerals such as calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium, and sodium. It has properties that help cleanse the blood and facilitate the elimination of toxins from the body. Thanks to the vitamins C and K it contains, pears strengthen and protect the immune system. It is one of the fruits that fights free radicals in the body. It regulates the digestive system. It is good for gas and digestion problems in the stomach. It regulates intestinal functions. It helps prevent hemorrhoid problems caused by constipation. It is a very powerful source of folic acid for expectant mothers. It balances cholesterol. Its high fiber content is very beneficial for the heart. Consuming one pear a day can reduce the risk of a sudden heart attack by half. Thanks to its fibrous structure, it helps prevent many types of cancer, especially colon cancer. Research has also revealed that the pear fruit has benefits such as relieving fatigue in the body, providing inner refreshment, reducing stress, and having a calming effect. It regulates blood sugar. However, diabetics are recommended to eat one pear every other day. It helps prevent hypertension and has blood pressure-lowering properties. It helps dissolve kidney sand and stones. It relieves nausea and helps with the feeling of vomiting. It is known to reduce the risk of stroke. It provides energy and makes you feel energized. It helps strengthen bones and teeth, and thanks to this property, it is also helpful in the treatment of rheumatic complaints. It helps bruises on the body heal faster. It is good for brain health. It benefits gout disease. Thanks to its filling nature, it is one of the fruits recommended for those who are on a diet or want to lose weight. 

Today we have prepared our Pear Dessert recipe for you. You should also definitely try our Apple Dessert with Sour Cherry Jam recipe sometime. Enjoy!