(2 servings)

2 tb Raisins
1 tb Dry sherry
2 sm Pears, cored, pared, and sliced
1 1/2 c Water
1 Inch cinnamon stick
1 ds Crush aniseed
2 Teaspoons. granulated sugar
1/2 Teaspoons. lemon juice

In small bowl combine raisins and sherry; set aside.
In 1-quart saucepan combine pears, water, cinnamon stick, and aniseed; bring to a boil and cook until pears are very soft, about 15 minutes. Remove cinnamon stick and let mixture cool. Transfer to blender container and process until smooth; pour into bowl or container and stir in raisin mixture, sugar, and lemon juice. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled. Makes 2 servings.