YIELDS  10   |   PREP TIME   15 minutes

INGREDIENTS

10 California Pears Halved
1 Orange Sliced
1 Cup Brown Sugar
4 Cinnamon Sitcks
3 tsp Whole All Spice
1 Star Anise
1 tsp Whole Cloves
1 Vanilla Bean Sliced in Half
10 Cups Water

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place your halved pear, orange slices, sugar, and spices in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add your water and ensure it covers all your ingredients. This should be about 10 cups.
3. Bring to a boil uncovered for 1 hour.
4. Cover and reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 hours.
5. Using a potato masher or the back of a wooden spoon, mash to release the juices and flavors.
6. Let the mixture slightly cool for about 1o minutes.
7. Strain the mixture using a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to discard any solids.
8. Pour immediately to enjoy hot or refrigerate for a chilled drink on a summer day!