Time and patience and the right conditions for ripening will get you the tastiest pears. With pears, timing is everything. The most widely planted and consumed pear in America is the Bartlett. You’ll ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Freezing pears sounds so easy: Just slice 'em, pop 'em in the freezer and reward yourself with Ree ...

If you have a box of pears on the counter and no freezer space left, dehydrating pears is such a great solution. You turn juicy fruit into chewy, sweet snacks that fit in a jar instead of taking over ...

Juicy, full-flavored pears should be enjoyed year-round. Preserve some of that flavor by canning pears when they are available in the fall. Varieties suitable for canning include Bartlett, Harrow ...

Although mostly eaten out of hand, pears are comfortable at any dinner course, from appetizers, soups, salads and meats to desserts. They take well to poaching in red or white wine, cooking into ...

It's been a couple of weeks since I had my last farmers market peach, and the transition always feels like a bit of a bummer. But my disappointment is lessened knowing pear season is ramping up. While ...

Freezing pears at peak ripeness is a brilliant way to enjoy them year-round. Follow our tips and learn to freeze pears for smoothies, pies, and more. As our tempting best pear recipes prove, fresh ...