Easy Poached Pears

Whisk cider, wine and 1/4 cup brown sugar together in a large saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Add pears and cinnamon stick; cover and reduce heat to maintain a simmer. Simmer, turning the pears occasionally, until the pears are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.

With a slotted spoon, transfer the pears to a bowl. Bring the cider mixture to a boil over medium-high heat; remove and discard cinnamon stick. Boil, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and becomes syrupy, 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon vanilla. Remove from heat and let cool slightly, about 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, whisk yogurt and the remaining 2 tablespoons brown sugar and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla in a small bowl until thoroughly combined.

Place the pear halves on serving plates and top each with about 2 tablespoons yogurt mixture and 1 tablespoon cider syrup.