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Poached Pears Poached Pears Ingredients 4 firm pears 4 cardamom pods 4 whole cloves 2 cinnamon sticks 1 vanilla bean 3/4 cup granulated sugar 3 1/2 cups water In a medium sized saucepan pour the water , and add the cardamom pods , cloves , cinnamon sticks , vanilla beans , and the sugar . Stir the mixture and bring to a boil ( low heat ) . Add the pealed pears and make sure that they are completely submerged in the syrup. After 10-15 minutes remove from heat. (...)