Red Wine Poached Pears

Step 1: Combine red wine, water, and sugar in a pot with chosen aromatics.

Step 2: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer to dissolve the sugar.

Step 3: Add peeled pears to the pot, rotating them every 5-7 minutes.

Step 4: Simmer the pears for 30 minutes for even cooking.

Step 5: Transfer pears to a glass bowl with the poaching liquid and let cool to room temperature.

Step 6: Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Step 7: Serve with vanilla ice cream and roasted, salted pistachios.