Pale Ale Poached Pears

Directions

Yield: Serves 8

1. In a large skillet, combine Samuel Adams® Pale Ale, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and water. Simmer on low heat for 5 minutes. Peel pears leaving their stems on. Roll them in lime juice. Cook pears over low heat in sugar syrup, turning them often. When pears are tender, remove with a slotted spoon. Boil remaining syrup rapidly, until reduced to about 1 cup. Remove cinnamon stick and discard. Add raspberries to syrup and cook until sauce turns red, about 5 minutes. Strain and pour over pears. Cover pears and refrigerate. Turn frequently. Place whole pears in serving dishes, garnish with a spoonful of sauce and a dollop of whipped cream.