Pear Spice Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel the pears, leaving the stems in place and the pears whole. Working from the bottom, core the pears using a melon baller. Place the pears in a bowl and sprinkle with lemon juice. Set aside.

2. 2

   Place the water, sugar and cinnamon in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the pears and the remaining lemon juice. With the syrup barely simmering, poach the pears until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a plate and let cool to room temperature. Set aside 60 ml (1/4 cup) poaching liquid.