Juicy, fragrant pears are one of fall’s best treats, and they make it easy to create an elegant dessert with just a few ingredients. Whether you poach them, glaze them, or serve them fresh, pears always feel a little special. Here are three easy pear desserts to try this season, plus tips on choosing the best pear for each one. Which Pears Are Best for Desserts? Each pear variety brings something different to the table, so it helps to match the pear to the recipe. Comice Pears are the sweetest and juiciest of all, with a buttery texture that’s best…
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Continue ReadingThis pear crisp is everything a cozy fall dessert should be: tender, juicy pears under a crunchy oat and pecan topping that bakes up golden and bubbly. A little vanilla browned butter in the filling gives it a rich, caramel-like flavor. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice…
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Continue ReadingGrove Update: Pear Season Is in Full Swing Fall’s most elegant fruit has arrived As the air turns crisp and the days grow shorter, the orchards settle into one of their most rewarding seasons. Pear harvest is underway, and our sourcing teams are selecting fruit at its peak for buttery…
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Continue ReadingThe delicate but sweet flavor of Hale Groves Bartlett Pears lends itself to everything from snacks to desserts. This delicious recipe pairs the sweet smooth taste and texture of Hale Groves Bartlett Pears with the savory taste and creaminess of blue cheese. This is a perfect salad for times when…
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Continue ReadingThis one-skillet dish combines sweet maple syrup and pears with tangy Dijon mustard and savory pairs for a flavorful twist on boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Easy to prepare, it’s a great weeknight meal, but still impressive enough for company! Serves 4. Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1½–2 lbs.) 1…
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Continue ReadingThis fall, don’t forget to add pears into your grocery list. Pears are in season so you can easily find fresh, juicy varieties in stores. You can also get pears online to be sure that you are getting farm-fresh fruits delivered to your doorstep. Once you get your pears try…
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Continue ReadingApples: The mild weather experienced in our growing regions during both spring and summer have helped to produce a large, clean, and healthy crop. We are thrilled to announce a significant increase in overall apple numbers compared to the past few years. The increased yield of delicious apples promises for a fantastic…
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Continue Reading“A pear a day keeps the doctor away.” Does that statement seem wrong to you? While it’s true that Benjamin Franklin actually made that claim about apples, he could just as easily have made it about one of the other quintessential fall fruits – the pear. It’s true – pears…
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Continue ReadingFrom the Groves: Apples: The mild weather experienced in our growing regions during both spring and summer has helped to produce a large, clean, and healthy crop. We are thrilled to announce a significant increase in overall apple numbers compared to the past few years. The increased yield of delicious…
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Continue ReadingSurprise everyone with this easy yet amazing dessert that is a perfect finish for everything from a summer barbecue to a winter fireside dinner. Fresh, frim pears become even sweeter when grilled, and mascarpone cheese combined with ginger cookies adds the perfect combination of sweetness and spice. Grab what you…