Step 1

Add the wine, cinnamon stick, cloves, star anise pods, sliced orange, and sugar to a medium pot.

Step 2

Place the pears in the pot. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, turning the pears as needed to submerge evenly, until they absorb the poaching liquid, about 15 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the pears from the poaching liquid and place upright on a plate. Transfer to the refrigerator to cool for 5-10 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, continue to reduce the poaching liquid over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, or until thickened to your liking.

Step 5

Place each pear in a shallow serving dish, along with a scoop of ice cream, a drizzle of the reduced poaching liquid, and a sprinkle of crushed pistachios.

Step 6

Enjoy!