Compota de Peras (Pear Compote)
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INGREDIENTS 2 pounds pears 1/2 pound sugar 2 cups water 1 cinnamon stick, 3-inches long Grated zest of 1/2 lemon Peel and core the pears. Place in pot with remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Cook 10 to 15 minutes; until the pears are very soft but still hold their shape. Serve warm or at room temperature with some of the cooking syrup. Makes 4 to 6 servings