Pour the Wine, Water and Lemon Juice together with the Salt and Star Anise in a medium to large saucepan (large enough to arrange the 6 Pear halves on the bottom) – bring to the boil
Arrange the Pear halves on the bottom, lying flat in the Wine mixture – turn the heat down and simmer for 15 minutes, turning over halfway through – the Pears are done when a toothpick goes in easily – remove from the saucepan and let cool
Arrange the Lettuce leaves on a serving platter – remove the seed/stalks from the Pears and slice thinly – arrange over the Lettuce, followed by the Brie slices and scatter over the Pecan Nuts
DRESSING:
Whisk together the Balsamic Vinegar, Olive Oil, Honey, Mustard and season to taste with Salt and Black Pepper – drizzle over the salad
Nutrition value, where given, is not always accurate. Please also check your ingredient labels.