Instructions: For the Pears: Combine first 6 ingredients in a large saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add pears and reduce heat to a simmer until pears are soft (approximately 10 to 15 minutes).

Remove from heat, reserve pears and discard poaching liquid. Pat pears dry with kitchen towel.

Spread the phyllo sheets out on top of each other on a cutting board or other smooth surface and cut into 4 squares with a chefs knife.

Dab sheets with melted butter and place pear on each section. Draw phyllo up around fruit and tie 1-inch from top with a vanilla bean.

Place pears on a baking dish and cover with aluminum foil. Bake in a 400 degree oven until golden brown, approximately 10 to 12 minutes.

Lingonberry Broth: Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan over low heat. Heat through without bringing to a boil.

Arrange pears in a large bowl and pour lingonberry broth over the pears. If desired, serve with two scoops of vanilla ice cream.

This recipe yields 4 servings.

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