Ginger Pear Cider
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2 ripe pears (cored and chopped)
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1-2 inches ginger root (peeled and chopped)
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1-inch piece fresh vanilla bean
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1 + ¼ cups water
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½ tsp pure maple syrup
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2 tsp fresh lemon juice
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In an upright blender, combine the chopped pears, ginger, vanilla bean, and water. Blend on high until you have a smooth, slightly thick puree.
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Set a fine mesh strainer over a small saucepan and pour the pear puree through it and into the saucepan. Stir and push the solids around until all of the available juice and liquid is in the saucepan.
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Gently heat the pear cider in the saucepan over medium-low heat. Once it’s warmed to your liking, stir in the maple syrup and juice. Serve immediately.