Spiced Pear Apple Cider Dressing (Printer-Friendly Version)
A warm, spiced blend of pears and apple cider that adds autumn charm to salads and dishes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruits
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2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and chopped
→ Liquids
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1 cup apple cider
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2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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⅓ cup olive oil
→ Sweeteners
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1 tablespoon honey
→ Spices
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1 cinnamon stick
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2 whole cloves
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Steps to Follow:
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Combine chopped pears, apple cider, honey, cinnamon stick, and cloves in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for 12 to 15 minutes until pears soften and liquid is reduced by half.
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Remove and discard the cinnamon stick and cloves. Transfer the mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to purée until smooth and silky. Allow to cool to room temperature.
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Add salt, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper to the cooled purée. Blend or whisk until thoroughly combined.
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Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking continuously or blend to emulsify until the dressing is creamy and stable. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or vinegar if necessary.
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Use immediately or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to five days. Shake or whisk before use as natural separation may occur.
# Additional Tips:
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For a finer texture, strain the dressing through a fine mesh sieve after blending.
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Ensure the purée is fully cooled before adding olive oil to prevent separation.