Stewed bosc pears are one of the simplest ways to turn seasonal fruit into a calm, make-ahead breakfast. Gently cooking halved bosc pears concentrates their flavor and softens the texture, making it ...

These russet brown pears are not as sweet and juicy as some other types of pears, and they remain quite firm even when ripe. That said, ripe Bosc pears are delicious when eaten raw, and even more so ...

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Enjoy the fruits of your labor with pear recipes August 30, 2007 LIVING Page 06 By MARCELLE BIENVENU Early one morning a couple of weeks ago, I stopped by my cousin Wanda's goat farm to pick up some ...

Bring all the ingredients to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the pears are soft and translucent. Stir frequently and add as little water as possible to ...

The meat’s salty-sweet richness pairs beautifully with the perkiness of the arugula and honeyed personality of pears.

METHOD: Remember that pears like apples will oxidize quickly. When peeling and slicing make sure to keep the pears submerged in water with a table spoon or two of lemon juice or fruit fresh preserver ...

Pears never get the attention they deserve. The minute the first leaves change color and autumn hits, it always seems like apples get the spotlight. But pears are sweet, crisp and every bit as ...

Crackling leaves and nippy mornings, early sunsets and football games. These are sure signs of fall. But it’s a walk through a farmers market or the aisles of a supermarket’s produce section that fire ...

As the weather softens from hot and muggy to cool and clear, our appetites crave the fruit that distinguishes the season — apples and pears. Although tasty apples aren't hard to find, picking out a ...

If a pear yields to gentle pressure, you don’t have to eat it right away. “Once pears are ripe, if not used immediately, they ...