While often overshadowed by apples, pears are, arguably, as versatile. They can be roasted, sautéed or poached to coax out their natural sweetness; folded into cake batters; tossed into salads; and ...

Each variety of pear has its own unique flavor profile and texture, meaning that some are better eaten fresh with cheese, ...

These baked pears with blue cheese are an elegant yet easy appetizer perfect for any gathering. Topped with crunchy walnuts, a drizzle of honey, and a touch of fresh thyme, they’re a crowd-pleaser ...

In this special weekly feature, “Today” food editor Phil Lempert brings you recipes “stolen” (with permission) from notable restaurants across America. See how much money you can save — and fun you ...

Bartlett: The juiciest of all the pears, a ripe Bartlett will leave your chin dripping when you eat it out of hand. Choose red or green Bartletts when you want the fruit to cook into a sauce, as we do ...

Pick the perfect pear for your next pie, cheese board, or over-the-sink snack. Food & Wine / Getty Images There are thousands of varieties of pears across the globe, but only a handful appear ...

Anything apples can do, pears can do better. OK, that may not actually be true, but any recipe made with apples will work with pears with little to no adjustment. Little adjustments might include ...