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Pears Poached in Cranberries with Salted Sour Cream

February 29, 2016 by rachelle 44 Comments

Pears Poached in Cranberries with Salted Sour Cream

Cranberry Poached Pears with Salted Sour Cream

 

Hi, friends! Happy Leap Year Day!  It’s always so weird to me when there’s a February 29th.  It’s kind of a bummer too because March is the lead into spring for me with all kinds of things to look forward to. Having an extra day of February is just dragging out the winter blues!

 


Cranberry Poached Pears with Salted Sour Cream

 

At least today it looks like spring here in Charlotte, so that’s a positive thing for a Monday!  The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and it’s supposed to get up to the high 60’s.  Thank goodness!

 

Cranberry Poached Pears with Salted Sour Cream

 

Even though it looks like spring and sunshine here, the produce department is still stocked with winter items, so I thought I’d share these pears poached in cranberries with salted sour cream while it’s still technically winter.  I made these several weeks ago and there were still fresh cranberries available at the Publix.  If you can’t find them anymore, just use frozen ones and give thanks that it means spring is almost here.

 

Cranberry Poached Pears with Salted Sour Cream

 

And enjoy the pretty pink and red colors because I have a feeling that starting tomorrow we are going to be seeing a lot of green!

Have a fantastic week!

 

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Adapted (slightly) from Martha

Pears Poached in Cranberries with Salted Sour Cream

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  1. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary

    February 29, 2016 at 9:28 am

    Leap year is always weird, as I was scheduling my post for today I kept thinking “February 29th just seems all sorts of wrong”… and I feel bad for anyone unfortunate enough to be born on leap year day. Bummer. LOVE these pears, Rach! Pink is my favorite color, so you totally had me there, but these look seriously delicious!! Never had salted sour cream before, and obviously I need to correct that immediately! Cheers, doll – to a beautiful day.. and OMG, this weather is everything! N to the C loving! 😉 xo

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  2. annie@ciaochowbambina

    February 29, 2016 at 10:09 am

    Okay – you and Chey need to send a little of that sunshine my way! Our temps are rising – which is fabuloso but I need sun. And I need it now. Until then – I’ll enjoy the sweet pink color of these gorgeous pears! So pretty and I know so delicious!

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  3. Linda @ Veganosity

    February 29, 2016 at 12:12 pm

    YUM! I love poached pears. They’re so simple, yet so elegant.

    It’s been mild in Chicago too, although tonight we’re under a winter storm warning. More snow. 🙁 Enjoy living in the South you lucky lady.

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    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:11 pm

      Oh dear! I hope it isn’t too bad up there! Your are always welcome to visit! 🙂 P.S. Be sure to bring the Breakfast King! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Medha @ Whisk & Shout

    February 29, 2016 at 12:27 pm

    These poached pear are stunning! I love the color they get from being poached in cranberries- and the tart sweet flavor must be out of this world 🙂

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    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:11 pm

      Thanks for your kind words, Medha!

      Reply
  5. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen

    February 29, 2016 at 1:44 pm

    Wow, looks beautiful Rachelle! Poached pears are always so delicious! Love it with the cranberries and that salted sour cream!

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    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:09 pm

      Thanks so much, Mary Ann!

      Reply
  6. karrie @ Tasty Ever After

    February 29, 2016 at 2:13 pm

    Poached pears are one of my favorites! I always cook them in a spiced red wine mixture so very happy (and surprised) to see a non-boozy version from you. What’s going on over there? Is everything okay? lol!
    Also, you are so fancy with the salted sour cream. I didn’t even know that was a thing but now that I do know, I’ll be making it all the time. Yummy 🙂

    Reply
    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:09 pm

      We’re ok! LOL! I’d love to try your spiced red wine shenanigans! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Manali @ CookWithManali

    February 29, 2016 at 3:26 pm

    I know feb 29th just feels weird! However the poached pears are beautiful Rachelle!

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    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:08 pm

      Thanks, Manali!

      Reply
  8. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop

    February 29, 2016 at 9:01 pm

    I heard on the news this morning that some people have “leap envy”….wishing they were born on leap year! Hey, every birthday would be a HUGE celebration! I love these pears…I need to start eating more fruit for dessert and a little less chocolate!

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    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:08 pm

      Gah! You and me both girl! Less chocolate and more fruit should be my motto!

      Reply
  9. Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kitchen

    March 1, 2016 at 5:17 am

    These poached pears look absolutely stunning, Rachelle! Cranberries and that salted sour cream addition sounds so good!

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    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:07 pm

      Thanks, Anu!

      Reply
  10. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy

    March 1, 2016 at 6:28 am

    What a beautiful Spring inspired dessert! I have only ever had a poached pear once in a restaurant, but this one with cranberry sounds a lot nicer.
    Yay for it nearly being Spring – it can’t come quick enough.

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    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:07 pm

      I know that’s right, girl! Bring spring!

      Reply
  11. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice

    March 1, 2016 at 7:24 am

    I wish I had your spring weather! Although it was 60 here last weekend and will be next week too. I’m in awe of these pretty pears! I’ve never had a poached pear before, or even seen one quite like this. So creative! I love the salted sour cream, too. Delish!

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    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:06 pm

      Hey! 60 is better than 40! 🙂

      Reply
  12. David @ Spiced

    March 1, 2016 at 7:59 am

    Haha…you are totally right that we’ll be seeing a lot of green soon. That makes these poached pears even more attractive! Great recipe…I’m loving the pear + cranberry combination. And I’m also jealous at your weather. Send some up here? Along with a pear or two?

    Reply
    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:06 pm

      Warm weather, sunshine, and all things green coming your way!

      Reply
  13. Jen | Baked by an Introvert

    March 1, 2016 at 9:38 am

    Completely love these poached pears! I’ve never had one before but it sounds delightful with cranberries and salted sour cream.

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    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:05 pm

      Thanks, Jen!

      Reply
  14. Amanda

    March 1, 2016 at 10:56 am

    How beautiful! This is just really gorgeous. And that pink color really is fantastic. This would be a real stunner at a party.

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    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:05 pm

      Pink makes everything look awesome!

      Reply
  15. Dawn at Girl Heart Food

    March 1, 2016 at 11:51 am

    These look so pretty! Can’t wait to try…and the salted sour cream sounds delish 🙂

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    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:05 pm

      Thanks, Dawn!

      Reply
  16. Kathleen | Hapa Nom Nom

    March 1, 2016 at 3:05 pm

    Pears are one of my very favorite fruits and they looks so gorgeous dressed in that pretty pink color! And the salted sour cream sounds totally amazing! Isn’t this just the best time of year?! Those first few warm and sunny days after months of grey-cold, are always so fantastic!

    Reply
    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:04 pm

      A bit of sunshine in any form is always welcome at the end of winter! 🙂

      Reply
  17. Rachel @ Bakerita

    March 1, 2016 at 4:01 pm

    These poached pears are so beautiful – I love that they’re pink from the cranberries! Such a yummy dessert to take advantage of the end of winter 🙂

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    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:04 pm

      Ya just gotta love pink! Thanks, Rachel!

      Reply
  18. rachel @the dessert chronicles

    March 1, 2016 at 6:23 pm

    These look so fancy and delicious. I never cook with pears and you have totally inspired me to!

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    • rachelle

      March 1, 2016 at 11:03 pm

      Awesome! Thanks, Rachel!

      Reply
  19. Shikha @ Shikha la mode

    March 2, 2016 at 2:09 am

    Loving all the pink!!

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    • rachelle

      March 3, 2016 at 8:03 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  20. Keri @ Fashionable Foods

    March 2, 2016 at 7:00 am

    The color on those poached pears is just too dang pretty! What a creative and fancy dessert!

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    • rachelle

      March 3, 2016 at 8:03 pm

      Pink is the best!

      Reply
  21. Beverley @ BORNTOSWEAT

    March 2, 2016 at 2:20 pm

    mmm these are so crazy looking haha! i think i would love this as a dessert. i dont eat pears enough

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    • rachelle

      March 3, 2016 at 8:05 pm

      Aren’t they? LOL! Dude. Did you re-brand?

      Reply
  22. Thao @ In Good Flavor

    March 2, 2016 at 10:36 pm

    So pretty! I love the color of the poached pears, and salted sour cream is so creative. I hope your warm weather keeps up!

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    • rachelle

      March 3, 2016 at 8:06 pm

      Thanks, Thao! I hope so too!

      Reply
  23. Kelly

    March 4, 2016 at 2:11 am

    These poached pears are so pretty! I love the cranberries and the addition of sour cream sounds fantastic!

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    • rachelle

      March 7, 2016 at 10:33 pm

      Thanks, Kelly!

      Reply

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