Recipezaar: Pears,Desserts recipes

Honey Roasted Pears With Brandy Vanilla Ice Cream

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:35:07 -0400

The pears are roasted with spices and honey, they come out with a beautiful golden crust. Even without the ice cream they have a sophisticated flavor and presentation. Adapted from a recipe of Patina Restaurant in Los Angeles. -- posted by Mami Janine

Cheddar Pear Pie

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 15:39:13 -0400

Featured recipe in an email this morning from the www.allrecipes.com website. It was posted by MommaChef and here is what she says about it: "Without a doubt, this is the best pie in my arsenal of recipes. It is a pear-filled pie topped with a crumble of brown sugar and Cheddar cheese." -- posted by senseicheryl

Pear and Black Currant Jam Crumble

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 18:20:12 -0400

This delicious recipe is from Canadian chef Christine Cushing. You may substitute 3 tablespoons of rolled oats for half of the flour if you like things crunchier. -- posted by Irmgard

Pear and Raspberry Crisp

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:43:22 -0400

This recipe is from one of the books I recieved in the Cookbook Swap. Great combination of flavours and easy to assemble. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. -- posted by Sage

Chocolate & Hazelnut Pear Pastries

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 20:34:24 -0400

Delicious pastries: great to serve to family and for dinner parties. Adapted from a recipe I found in a recent issue of 'New Idea'. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Apple and Pear Bundt Cake

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 20:48:49 -0400

When pie isn't what you want and cake seems to sweet, try this tasty apple and pear bundt cake that is full of flavor. Makes a wonderful ending to a delicious dinner! -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

Ginger Ale Jell-O

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 00:24:26 -0400

A recipe from the Queen of Jell-O, Andrea in Lake Eden, Minnesota. -- posted by Foxfire13

Ginger-Pear Sorbet

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 01:31:25 -0400

Inspired by a recipe on this site. Serve as a palate cleanser between courses of a formal meal, or with small glasses of Sauternes as a dessert. (6 hour preparation time includes ripening of the puree, and hardening of the finished sorbet.) -- posted by DrGaellon

Easy Pear Crumble - Ww Points = 3

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:44:17 -0400

This recipe comes from my Weight Watchers Magazine, November/December 2008. This issue has several "make ahead recipes" for easy Holiday planning. "Make 4 hours ahead." -- posted by senseicheryl

Honey Pears

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:43:01 -0400

This is a recipe I invented with my aunt when I was young and it's pretty good! I would guess you'ld have something like this at Morocco. -- posted by Cooking Master

Pretty Little Cranberry Pear Pies

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 17:01:20 -0400

This recipe is from "The Little Book of Christmas Cooking". It is full of these great little recipes designed for kids to do with adults, with easy step by step instructions. - The book has a tip that you don't need to peel canned pears, so that might be easier for kids. I think that fresh pears always work better. You will also need a 2 inch round cookie cutter and a small star shaped cookie cutter (smaller than the round). -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Roasted Pears and Cranberry Syrup

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:05:43 -0400

This is a great dessert for a family dinner - for adults and kids alike!! For a variation you can omit the vanilla yogurt. Serve pears with scoop of frozen yogurt of ice cream - we preferred vanilla ice cream, of course!! I got this recipe from our local newspaper - -- posted by Chef mariajane

Almond-Pear Tart

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 15:11:44 -0500

I found this recipe from Southern Living. I made it for Easter dinner and everyone raved about it. It is quite easy to make, and well worth it. -- posted by melmaddie

French Pear Tart

Sun, 09 Nov 2008 19:35:51 -0500

I love using pears in my recipes, I already have 6 of them & here's a definitely spec occasion, but make-ahead dessert I esp fancy from *The Carnival Experience* by Peter Leypold (Exec Chef of Carnival Cruise Lines). This recipe is untried other than to taste & appears a bit labor-intensive to me, but my hope is that someone labor-fearless will take my word that it is impressive & divine. (Times were not given, have been guesstimated & do not include standing + chilling times) *Enjoy* ! -- posted by twissis

Pecan Pear Torte

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:53:39 -0500

A delightful dessert I am posting for safe keeping -- I plan to make this for Thanksgiving this year. Found in December 2008 Taste of Home. Definitely the type thing you would find in the PAc NW though!! **Cooling time not included** -- posted by Mommy Diva

Poached Pears With Wine Sauce

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 21:19:27 -0500

I made this last Easter for my boyfriends "meat and potatoes" family and they LOVED this! They especially got a kick out the fact that the pears come out pink. I usually like to spoon the sauce onto the plate first and put a pear half on top off center, then I put small "drops" of chocolate syrup in the sauce and next to the pear half and run a toothpick through the chocolate "drops" to make heart shapes. -- posted by Meaghan G.

Winter Crumble

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 19:23:10 -0500

I love a fruit crumble & will quite often have them for brekky with yoghurt. I love the sound of this one as it's got Kiwi in it. -- posted by **Mandy**

Pear Croustade

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 23:25:20 -0500

This is from Bon Appetit 1998. I like the fact that you can use any pan and it's free-form. I also think it's special because it has a topping. Yum! -- posted by ihvhope

Rustic Cranberry-Pear Galette

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 01:11:18 -0500

Although now slightly tweaked, this recipe comes from the Jan 2003 cookbooklet Favorite Brand Name Recipes -- Holiday Desserts. Why it's called a 'galette' is beyond me since in France, I understand that refers to a type of cake, while in French Canada, I think it's more like a large cookie. What this recipe makes, for me, is more like an open, rustic pie! Whatever you call it, it is delicious! -- posted by Sydney Mike

Prune and Pear Torte Slice

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 22:41:19 -0500

Once the prunes have soaked this doesn't take long to put together. The pastry is very delicate so a fine touch is needed. Serve warm with yoghurt or cream. -- posted by Kitzy

Asian Pears With Vanilla Poached Kumquats

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 20:03:42 -0500

Gourmet | November 2001 -- posted by dicentra

Pearcado Pudding (Raw Food)

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 13:29:51 -0500

A "super food" that is raw, healthy and tasty. Perfect for kids and adults; also makes great baby food! Tip. . .core your pear with a melon baller. -- posted by JanuaryBride

Sweet Autumn Harvest Pie

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 01:06:00 -0500

Apples, pears and cranberries are what bring the special autumn flavor to this delectable pie. Serve with ice cream for the ultimate finale to your special meal. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Mom's Fruit Cobbler

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:40:16 -0500

This is the recipe my mom uses on both blueberry cobblers and peach cobblers. I am sure it would work with practically any fruit you wanted to try. When using blueberries, adding a little lemon zest/extract brings out the brightness in the flavors. When using peaches, adding some cinnamon pairs nicely. You may find adding a bit more self-rising flour to the sugar mixture in step #3 will help if you have runny cobbler -- posted by Jill R Q

Apple Pear Crisp (3 Ww Points)

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 17:35:38 -0500

Served this for Thanksgiving this year and it was a hit. Warm soft fruit with a crispy crunchy topping. A perfect way to celebrate the best of fall's bounty in a comforting but enlightened dessert. The fruit should total about 3 pounds and you should feel free to use your favorite varieties of apples and pears. (Although the NI information presented here suggests 4 points, the recipe builder states 3 points.) -- posted by justcallmetoni

Swedish Tosca Apples or Pears

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:56:30 -0500

A wonderful, elegant dessert! -- posted by TattooedMamaof2

Caramelized Pears

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:03:18 -0500

From 365 Delicious Low-Fat Recipes. Serve over pound cake or vanilla yogurt. Or serve as-is like a compote -- posted by dicentra

Pear and Boyensberry Shortcake

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 21:43:59 -0500

A really yummy way to use semolina, its always requested at family parties. Normal sugar can be used instead of castor. -- posted by kazzer869

Chocolate Pear Pie

Sat, 20 Dec 2008 02:42:37 -0500

I haven't tried this unusual pie, but it looks easy to prepare as it uses refrigerated pie crusts. From Sunset Magazine by Margaret Handshoe. Cooking time doesn't include cooling time. -- posted by Mami Janine

Apidea - Greek Pear Dessert

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:29:56 -0500

From The World of Greece: Odyssey Magazine, Nov-Dec.2008 edition. "Stewed pears are a popular home-made dessert, especially with Greek children, but are slowly finding their way on the menus of Greek restaurants serving contemporary cuisine. This recipe is best made with apidia, the larger pears with the slighty pink skin." -- posted by ThatSouthernBelle

Wine Poached Pears With Cinnamon Ice Cream

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 02:01:28 -0500

Youre officially an apple, complete with muffin top and belly roll. On the upside, you still have some love for the pear. So treat yourself and others to this simple, Asian-inspired dessert courtesy of Uptowns Steel Restaurant & Lounge in Dallas, Texas. -- posted by I_Cook_For_Firemen

Pear, Apple & Cranberry Tarte Tartin

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 01:39:55 -0500

From Eating Well.com -- posted by Nado2003

Healthy Apple Pear Cake

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 02:34:58 -0500

I whipped this up as I had a few pears and a few apples to use up before they went bad. I didn't add any egg or butter and it came out great. Everyone loved it, I hope you do too! -- posted by brian48195

Chocolate-Coffee Gingerbread With Hazelnut Poached Pears

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 01:42:17 -0500

This deep rich cake gets extra flavor from bittersweet chocolate, coffee, and crystallized ginger.You can make some things 1 day in advance and it is so good! Disregard the long laundry list as it goes together very easily. Bon Appetit Magazine, December 2008 Edition by contributing editor Bruce Aidell's. Haven't allowed for cooling times. -- posted by Manami

Festive English Trifle

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 01:58:45 -0500

From Diana's Desserts Special Equipment: You will need a 2 1/2 quart (litre) trifle bowl or other flat-bottomed clear glass bowl. -- posted by cismith

Dessert on a Dime

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:08:40 -0500

Found in Woman's Day. Prep time does not include freezing time. -- posted by Chris Reynolds

Pear-Cranberry Cobbler (Low Fat/Low Sugar)

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:48:51 -0500

A low-fat, low-sugar dessert. Pears and cranberries go so well together. -- posted by mikekey

Caramelized Pears With Toasted Almonds & Yogurt

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:16:09 -0500

A healthy recipe adapted from sparkpeople.com. i haven't tried this yet, but it sounds different and delicious. -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Pear Spice Bundt Cake With Walnut Praline Topping

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:47:36 -0500

Found this tasty adaptation of a circa 1992 Gourmet magazine recipe on www.joythebaker.com , a delightful blog up for an award for Best New Blog of 2009 on www.2009.bloggies.com . Give it a look & see whether you'd give her a vote (I did along with a vote for www.fark.com for the esteemed lifetime achievement award). She's got some tasty recipes for sure. Anyone resurrecting the much maligned American Bundt cake gets a hat tip from me anytime. I plan to make this & halve it immediately after cooling cake but before spooning on topping - will add topping to each half with the best looking one going IMMEDIATELY to dear neighbor's home as I strongly suspect this could become a main meal substitute if allowed to remain in toto in our house, LOL. -- posted by Buster's friend

Gingered Pear-Cornmeal Coffee Cake

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 11:30:13 -0500

This casual breakfast treat can also be individually wrapped in plastic and taken on your next picnic or family outing. Try substituting 3 cups of peeled and coarsely chopped tart apples plus 3/4 cup chopped cranberries, 4 cups fresh chopped pineapple or 3 cups peeled and diced peaches for the pears. Or try using 3 cups of fresh or frozen blueberries or blackberries to top the batter. From Cooking Club of America. -- posted by Sweet Jezebel

White Chocolate Tiramisu Trifle With Spiced Pears

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:16:33 -0500

From Bon Appetit magazine. -- posted by Sweet Jezebel

Baked Citrus Apples and Pears

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:38:51 -0500

This is a healthy dessert ideal for using up pears, apples, oranges and lemons that may be left in the fruit bowl. Serve warm as a light dessert with Greek yoghurt, or eat chilled with a bowl of granola for a healthy start to the day. This recipe is also good for children! -- posted by English_Rose

Maple Pears With Pecans & Cranberries

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 09:54:19 -0500

Make a dessert fit for a dinner party in ten minutes or make it full of fibre or for breakfast: Add whole stoned prunes and dried apricots along with the dried cranberries. To make it for breakfast, cool the pears in the fridge overnight, then serve with muesli or crunchy oat cereal and spoonfuls of yogurt. -- posted by English_Rose

White Wine Roasted Pears With Hazelnut Ice Cream

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 11:28:41 -0500

I was just recently given a bunch of cooking magazines. this recipe was in 'Cooking With Paula Deen' from food network. it looks amazing. pics coming soon! -- posted by SarahBelle9475

What a Dump!......cake

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 18:05:46 -0500

I'm a dump cake fan due to the quickness of the recipes, but lots of them are too sweet for my taste. Put this one together and like Goldy Locks said, " This is just right!". -- posted by Happy Harry #2

Spiced Pear Pie

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 16:50:36 -0500

I have not tried this pie. I'm posting this for safe keeping. I found this recipe at Kraft. Use Bartlett or Bosc pears for best results. -- posted by internetnut

Winter Fruit Salad

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:17:01 -0500

Oh yum. This is something new for the palette that most people have in their pantry already. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Pear-Cranberry Crumble-Crisp

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:34:53 -0500

I created this to have a little bit healthier dessert and use some fresh pears I had. My family enjoyed it, and I wanted to post it before I forget! Make sure to use ripe, juicy pears. Great served with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. -- posted by TexasToast R

Baked Pears in Maple Syrup and Apple Brandy

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 16:48:56 -0400

This recipe is from the December 2000 issue of Gourmet magazine. Baking in apple brandy brings out the best in a Bosc. -- posted by Chef Regina V. Smith

Red Wine Pear Dessert

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 23:54:09 -0400

The perfect dessert after the perfect meal. Could be enjoy with a glass of red wine. A nice way to end up your hectic day. Recommended for those romantic nights by the fireplace. Deliciossso!!! -- posted by Ms. Ayon's dishes

Caramelized Pear Tart

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:29:21 -0400

This caramelized pear tart recipe is from a grocery store flyer. For the short crust pastry use recipe #140957 #140597 or no-roll short crust recipe #95116 #95116, or your favorite short crust pastry. I think this recipe would be equally good with caramelized apples or other fresh fruit. Serve with rich custard or vanilla ice cream. -- posted by foodtvfan

Pears With Roquefort and Sauternes Syrup

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:38:55 -0400

A recipe by Kerry Saretsky, as published at Serious Eats. This can be lunch, an appetizer, dessert, or a cheese course. You could substitute Stilton or Gorgonzola for the Roquefort for a different flavor. The pears should be perfectly ripe, neither too hard nor too soft, and absolutely sweet. Any variety will do, as long as it meets those criteria. Since the Sauternes is cooked, it need not be a very expensive bottle (it can be pricy). -- posted by DrGaellon

Cinnamon-Merlot Roasted Pears

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:23:52 -0400

DH and I made these as a dessert for a dinner party where we would be served Merlot. Everyone loved them. This is from my book, "The Wine Club" by Maureen Petrosky. I am posting the recipe as it is written, however, DH and I baked our pears, having already halved them, as we could not fit them into the 8X8X2-inch baking dish whole. This worked out fine. According to the recipe, these pears will serve 12 if halved, and 24 if cut into quarters. -- posted by Dr. Jenny

Pear, Chile & Tequila Sorbet

Fri, 01 May 2009 13:18:35 -0400

Adapted from a newsletter from Central Market, Fort Worth, TX -- posted by TxGriffLover

Indonesian Style Fruit Salad

Fri, 08 May 2009 13:38:52 -0400

This salad can be served with the main meal or as dessert This was abapted from Creative Cooking. -- posted by bigbadbrenda

Spanish Poached Pears

Fri, 08 May 2009 14:27:29 -0400

Simple yet delicious end to a Spanish themed meal. Serve with cinnamon or vanilla ice cream, with cream, or with custard or flan. -- posted by Sue L

Poached Pears With Gingerbread Cider Syrup

Wed, 13 May 2009 22:22:07 -0400

Enjpy this light dessert with the flavors of the Holiday seasons. Aromatic sweet spices give great taste to these stove-top cooked pears and to the spicy syrup created. -- posted by Chef mariajane

Tarte Aux Mangues Et Poire (Mango and Pear Tart)

Mon, 18 May 2009 15:11:22 -0400

This recipe comes from the internet site cooking-french.com. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Pear Bar Cookies

Wed, 20 May 2009 01:47:49 -0400

From TOH. A combination of pear and coconut -- posted by SweetSueAl

Fondant Aux Poires Et Au Gingembre (Choc Ginger Pear Fudge Cake)

Sat, 23 May 2009 17:35:49 -0400

From FamousFrenchDesserts.com, "An exquisite experience. Elegant, rich & it really melts in your mouth!" Posted for ZWT 5 & I made it for the first time after the event. The original recipe did not specify what size or shape baking dish to use so I have made changes below according to what I did when I tested it. It feels strange to leave a review on my own recipe (I don't usually post a recipe without having tried it first) but I want to be honest about this cake not really knocking our socks off. The actual making of the cake was very easy. I chose to use a 10 inch round springform pan hoping that it would be the best option for arranging the pears. I used 2 anjou pears & one from New Zealand, sliced into 3/4 inch slices, fresh ginger & it all baked up in 32 minutes. I thought the batter was thick & difficult to spread over the pear "star" without disturbing the arrangement so either double the batter or a smaller pan, maybe a pie plate (using less pears) would allow for a thicker cake instead of "a little cake with my pears". I really loved the combination of chocolate & ginger but felt the pears were overwhelming and not quite as sweet as we would normally like. We ate it both warm & cold but we still weren't sold on the pears. I may try a raspberry version with the cake & if I do I'll post it. If you try this recipe, please feel free to offer any constructive criticism & if you find a baking dish or technique that works I'm open to editing this again (giving credit where credit is due, of course). Thanks! *Tink -- posted by **Tinkerbell**

Caramelized Apple Marmalade With Thyme

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:07:14 -0400

This is delicious. It has a delicate flavor--not tasteless, just delicate!--and looks nice. I boil caramel longer, so apples acquire a stronger caramel taste. Servings are a guess. (Source: Preserving the Taste, Edon Waycott) -- posted by MillaKette

Chocolate Pear Tart

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:46:56 -0400

from canadian living Serve this to the chocoholic in your life and he or she will be yours forever. Both filling and pat-in pastry can be doubled easily to make a 10-inch (25 cm) pie; just add a whole egg instead of an egg white when making the pastry and arrange two or three pears in spoke fashion. -- posted by blonder

Pear Cranberry Pie With Oatmeal Streusel

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 02:19:07 -0400

If you can't find fresh cranberries, use thawed frozen ones. A prepared pie shell yields a stellar dessert with little effort ;] Serve with vanilla ice cream. -- posted by Mitra <3

Pears De Menthe

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 13:03:57 -0400

This is not a gourmet recipe. One of those that we can put together when the cupboard is getting bare and time short. Have made it often and even for guests - always well received. Of course you can make your own chocolate sauce which is always better. You will need a large can of pear halves. Preparation time does not include freezing time. -- posted by Chef #570804 Halifax Liz

Chocolate Dipped Pears

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 18:20:56 -0400

This is a fantastic dessert for all you chocolate lovers!! This comes from Martha Stewart, and it is soooo delicious, I think that chocolate goes with anything!! -- posted by Chef mariajane

Spiced Pear Sorbet

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 16:27:27 -0400

This sorbet is so smooth and elegant tasting thanks to the spices added while cooking. preperation time is pre-processing time cooking time is cooking and processing time -- posted by Chef #1265753

Cranberry Spiced Pears

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:14:57 -0400

Simmered fresh or canned pears with cranberries and spices. Simple, but delicious! This will taste like you slaved all day when it really takes very little time. :) Cook time includes cooling time. -- posted by Rottmom

Simple Fresh Pear Ice

Sat, 25 Jul 2009 02:47:37 -0400

To refresh the palette. (Freeze time not included.) -- posted by gailanng

Pears in Red Wine Sauce

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 01:59:59 -0400

Adopted from Steam It, the way nature intended cookbook. My girlfriend is an excellent cook. She cooks all types of ethnic foods, specializing in italian, indian, and homegrown. She does not like to bake but found this cookbook and is such a happy camper. Steaming foods is so much better for us but I never knew to steam desserts such as these. This is a to die for delectable dessert for 1, 2, or company. It is elegant on theplate and such a simple prep, it belies the end product. Please enjoy. cooking time does not include chill time, times overlap with prep I gave myself an hour and was good with that and had time to prep other things for dinner while waiting. -- posted by Chef1MOM~Connie

Apricot Freeze

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 18:13:06 -0400

For adults I use the brandy or liqueur but for kids I use apricot nectar -- posted by Ceezie

Almond Pear Flan

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 02:06:39 -0400

I have prepared this for most holiday get together for years. You can prepare pastry case up to a day before adding filling and pears. Bake up to 3 hours before serving. This holds up well and can be prepared in advance and served the next day. -- posted by TeresaS

Dark Chocolate and Sangiovese Pear Brownies

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 02:40:42 -0400

This yummy and super-rich chocolate brownie recipe has been adapted from a recipe by Maggie Beer, a revered Australian chef and author of many cookbooks. If Sangiovese Verjuice is not available use any Verjuice; and you could use glacé cumquat, ginger - or whatever glacé fruit you like instead of the pear - and you could use a mixture of fruit and nuts. I'd recommend macadamia nuts. Some conversions: 300g = approximately 91/2 ounces; 250g = 8 ounces; 60g = 2 ounces; 40g = 11/3 ounces. For the BEST results, do use top quality chocolate, such as Lindt 70% cocoa. Recently, I tried some German chocolate that was 85% cocoa... that was probably too rich and too bitter for most tastes, so rich in fact that you'd find that much as they enjoyed it people wouldn't be coming back for a second and third brownie - so your brownies would last longer! -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Apple Pear Crumble

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 14:37:28 -0400

You can make this crumble with almost any fruit, using similar quantities and adjusting for sweetness. Serve it warm, in shallow bowls. I found this recipe in Yankee magazine. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting this for safe keeping. I plan to use sugar free maple syrup, and Splenda brown sugar. -- posted by internetnut

Pear Cobbler With Cranberry Streusel

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:51:38 -0400

A very good dessert to make when there are cheap prices on pears. It is a different than usual cobbler but oh so loved by my family. -- posted by cooking with love

Roasted Pears With Blue Cheese, Cranberries and Nuts

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:25:36 -0400

This is based on a Ina Garten recipe. Its a very elegant and delicious dessert and its very easy to make. If using a smaller pear such as Bosc you may need to use more pears. -- posted by MarielC

Perfect Pear Bread

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 11:17:14 -0400

After being given a loaf of this delicious bread, I knew I HAD to have her recipe. Not only is it sooooo yummy, but it requires minimal ingredients and is simple in preparation. I've prepared this with fresh pears, as well as frozen (gotten from my neighbor's tree), thereby not restricting this terrific bread to the Fall season. -- posted by juliendbq

Caramelized Pears With Dark Chocolate Sauce

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 13:04:52 -0400

I found this recipe in the Miami Herald. This sounds delicious! I haven't tried it yet, but wanted to post it for safe keeping. Enjoy! -- posted by SassiFras

Pear Butterscotch Pie

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:32:16 -0400

This is by Melissa Roberts from Gourmet September 2009. This makes a very yummy pie and is a nice change from apple. -- posted by Queen Dana

Pear Clafouti

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:27:46 -0400

A traditional French countryside dessert, a clafouti, is usually made with cherries or prunes. This version, with pears and ice cider, has the flavours of Quebec. In fact, Quebec is a pioneer in the production of ice cider, a drink made from the fermented juice of frozen apples. TIP: An equal amount of ice wine or pear liqueur can be substituted for the ice cider. An equal amount of course granulated sugar can be used instead of vanilla sugar. -- posted by Chef mariajane

Lenora S Pear Apple Crisp.

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:37:26 -0400

This recipe was given to me by my neighbour. I love being able to use up fruit what is in season.I use a 13 x 9 pan The last 4 Ingredients are for the topping !!!! -- posted by Chef #625885

Grilled Ginger Pear Sundaes

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 01:53:13 -0400

Pears team well with peppery and slighty sweet ginger. You can make your own homemade ice cream a few days ahead of time for the best flavour and convenience - so delicious!! -- posted by Chef mariajane

Pear-Mace Rustic Tart

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:13:05 -0400

A pretty fold up the crust tart with a delicious filling of thick pear wedges, lemon zest, and mace (a nutmeglike spice). Don't let the amount of directions panic you. It's not really difficult and is a pleasant way to pass 45 mins of afternoon time. -- posted by Annacia

Ww Warm Pear Cobbler

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 17:29:12 -0400

2 points -- posted by Chef #1298498

Sarasota's Simple Pear and Apple Tart

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:55:30 -0400

I admit ... I'm not much of a baker. I do bake, but I prefer to cook. I can make a great pie crust, and can make a great cake. The question is do I like to. NO. This is my version of baking. I take advantage of a premade pie crust, but please, if you like making your own, go for it. Fresh fall flavors and NO pie pan. This is a rustic tart with tons of flavors. This was actually my ex mother-in-laws recipe, but she made it as a pie and used nuts as a topping. After deciding to make it a tart, I though that my topping I came up with really added some flavor. But either way you make it as a pie or as a tart -- it is great. -- posted by SarasotaCook

Pear Crisp

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:00:54 -0400

:) -- posted by sweetcakes

Spiced Baked Pears

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:05:52 -0500

This is a perennial favorite for Thanksgiving! It's adapted from a recipe for Spiced Baked Apples by Lorraine Chausse on allrecipes. The pears make a really lovely presentation for dinner parties and can cook while you eat dinner. The recipe states 6 servings, but you can also halve them and just ladle the sauce over the half. These are yummy served by themselves or with some vanilla ice cream. -- posted by Heidigal

Pear Caramel Crumb Pie

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:30:15 -0500

I wanted to make a pear pie with a pecan crumb topping, but sometimes the sweetness of such a topping can make a plain fruit filling seem tart. Inspiration came from a jar of pear cinnamon caramel dessert sauce I had in my fridge. The flavors blend perfectly, and the pecans give a nice crunch to the topping. We also have heart-health issues in my family, so unlike most crumb recipes, this one doesn't use butter. -- posted by akageorge

Poached Pears

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:26:46 -0500

A fantastic recipe for poached pears, of course it would have to come from Martha!! -- posted by Chef mariajane

Cranberry Pear Crisp Pie

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 11:09:30 -0500

This pie is made every year by my sister-in-law (a fabulous cook!). It is possible she got this recipe from somewhere else, but I don't know where. But it's so good, I wanted to make sure it was captured properly. (And this way I don't have to keep track of the paper copy.) -- posted by LibraryMan

Pear Crisp

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 18:55:25 -0500

Apples can be used in place of the pears. I found this recipe in The Market Basket Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Guide. This is from New York WIC Program Farmers Market Nutrition Program. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping. -- posted by internetnut

Pear and Blood Orange Sorbet

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 02:46:32 -0500

From Sugarlaws.com -- posted by SashasMommy

Pear and Ginger Quick Bread

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 18:11:50 -0500

I found the ginger in the recipe to be a bit too much so I cut it to 1/2 tsp, but have posted the recipe here as created by King Arthur Flour. This makes a nicely different quick bread than the usual apple or banana. -- posted by Pa. Hiker

Fabulous Fruit Salad

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 08:16:43 -0500

I am told . . . . . DO NOT use fruit cocktail or my sister-in-laws husbands mother will come back and haunt you. PREP/COOK TIME does NOT include refrigerated time for the custard. -- posted by DriverMama

The Ultimate Apple Pear Crisp

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:18:51 -0500

This is the BEST version of apple crisp I have ever tried. It is undoubtedly due to all the sugar; however, absolutely to die for in moderation. This version comes from a classic apple crisp recipe but with my own little twists! -- posted by pott3r

Pear Crème Brûlée Tart

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:49:07 -0500

Another creation out of the cooking light series! issue from December 2009. A yummy crème brûlée custard topped with beautifully sliced pear, and a glazed sugar sauce caramelized to perfection:) -- posted by -BreanneMarie-

Wonderful Lemon Fruit Salad

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 13:09:36 -0500

Everybody loves this fruit salad! I am not even a huge lemon fan and it's my favorite! -- posted by Rollin in the Dough!

Poached Pears in Saffron Citrus Syrup

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:37:27 -0500

Simple, yet sophisticated dessert. -- posted by Katanashrp

Pear Bread Pudding With Jack Daniels Sauce

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:24:37 -0500

Adapted from Jr. League of Jackson, MS cookbook Southern Sideboards, "Ramada Inn Bread Pudding" recipe. I add pears and cranberries for variety and when our old fashioned pears come in season late fall. This is a great brunch dish substitute for french toast if you leave off the Jack Daniels sauce! -- posted by REALtorFOOD

Pears in White Wine

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:31:24 -0500

So easy to make this recipe. Serve cold with Vanilla Ice Cream and some of the sauce spooned over the top! I have included chilling time with cooking time for this recipe. -- posted by Tisme

Almond Stuffed Baked Pears

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 11:20:11 -0500

This dessert makes the most of the pears' natural sweetness. Use a dessert pear such as Comice. To remove the core neatly from each pear half, use a teaspoon or a melon baller. Serve these pears warm or cold. They also reheat well if you have any left over. -- posted by English_Rose