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Prepare a spiced syrup by adding water, sugar, vanilla, lemon zest, cinnamon, and star anise to a pot. Bring to a boil.
Peel the pears, cut them in half, remove the cores, and place them in the boiling syrup. Cook for 10-15 minutes (depending on the initial firmness of the fruit). Test with a toothpick; if it goes in and out easily, the pears are done.
Carefully remove the pears and let them drain on paper towels.
Prepare a fine mixture of walnuts, honey, and grated orange zest, then fill the pears.
Cut the puff pastry into 6 rectangles and place a pear in the center of each. Make a light cut around the shape of the pear and brush with the syrup. If desired, add some sugar to make them even crunchier.
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 25 minutes, until cooked and golden brown.
Add a mint leaf and serve with a light dusting of powdered
sugar.