Prepare to enjoy these 3 fresh pear recipes for fall
The minute the first leaves change color and autumn hits, apples get the spotlight. But pears are sweet, crisp and every bit as versatile and juicy as a good fall apple.
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 versatile and juicy as a good fall apple.
Look for new varieties in farmer’s markets and shops rather than focusing on Bosc and Anjou (the standard grocery store varieties). The names of pears sound like a poem: Forelle, Seckel, Golds, Comice, Bartlett. Here’s a guide to a few common varieties.
A few tips: Look for firm, unbruised fruit. To ripen, place pears in a brown paper bag for a day or two. When cooking pears, be sure to peel, slice and then put them in a bowl with a touch of fresh lemon juice
