Three poached pears in a dish in their poaching liquid with vanilla and cardamom. - irina2511/Shutterstock Pears are surprisingly versatile. Their mild but distinctive flavor works as well in a savory ...

In a non-reactive (stainless steel, glass, ceramic pot, enamel-coated cookware) combine the red wine and granulated sugar, orange rind, clove, cinnamon stock and star anise. Bring to a simmer and ...

Italian kitchen diary Six plump pears and a bottle of red transform this sometimes tricky fruit into a regal-hued, tipsy dessert that’s even more alluring with a dollop of cream ...

These are delicious on their own, but a crisp cookie is a lovely accompaniment. If you have any pears left over, you can refrigerate them in their syrup. Slice them and use as a crêpe filling or as a ...

Feb. 14 is Oregon Statehood Day (colloquially known as “Valentine’s Day”) and I thought a gooey treat would be a nice way to celebrate. Pear is Oregon’s state fruit after all, and pinot noir put the ...