Berry Sauced Poached Pears Recipe

Peel and core pears, leaving the stems intact.
Cut a thin slice off the bottom of each pear so pears will stand upright.
In a large saucepan combine water and lemon juice.
Bring to boiling.
Add whole pears.
Return to boiling; reduce heat.
Cover and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or till pears are tender, turning once.
Transfer pears and cooking liquid to a medium mixing bowl.
Cover and chill for 3 to 24 hours.
Meanwhile, for sauce, in a small saucepan combine raspberries, pineapple juice, and cornstarch.
Cook and stir over medium heat till mixture is thickened and bubbly.
Cook and stir for 2 minutes more.
Press mixture through sieve to remove seeds; discard seeds.
Transfer mixture to a bowl.
Stir in sweetener.
Cover and chill till serving time.
To serve, use a slotted spoon to lift pears from cooking liquid and place in dessert dishes.
Spoon chilled sauce over pears.