Alberto Ray

Microwave the pears on high for 3 minutes, then stir them. After the first 3 minutes are up, take the container out and stir the… Read More »Can You Steam Pears In The Microwave?

Pear skin has tannins, which could impart a bitter flavor if left on during poaching. To prep your pear for poaching, peel the skin of… Read More »Should Pears Be Peeled Before Poaching?

Heat oil in a skillet over medium low heat. Add pears, water and cinnamon. Stir. Cover and cook, stirring every once in a while, until… Read More »Can You Heat Pears?

For every 1 quart (32 USoz) of water, add in 3 tablespoons (44 mL) of lemon juice or citric acid. Dip your pear slices into… Read More »How Do You Keep Pears From Browning Before Canning?

Don’t Forget About Pears Apple’s good buddy the pear is also easy to slice with this divider. Throw those slices into a spinach salad with… Read More »Can You Cut A Pear With An Apple Cutter?

Place prepared pears in a steamer basket set in a pot filled with 1 to 2 inches of lightly boiling water. Do not let water… Read More »How Do You Steam A Pear In A Steamer?

6 months and up: Cook pear halves (core removed, skin on or off) until soft. Offer the pear half to baby in the air and… Read More »How Do I Give My 6 Month Old Pears?

A little known fact about the pear is that it is one of the few fruits that does not ripen on the tree. The pear… Read More »Do Pears Ripen On Or Off The Tree?

While a Bartlett’s skin color brightens as it ripens, most varieties of pears show little change in color. The best way to judge ripeness for… Read More »How Do You Tell If Pears Are Ready For Canning?