At first glance, the Asian pear reminds me of the coarse-skinned Golden Delicious apples I picked from the orchards near where I grew up. Biting into this crisp, almost melon-flavored fruit, I notice ...

Pears can be divided into two simple categories: European and Asian. The former is what we typically think of: a smooth-skinned fruit with gentle bumps and curves in that typical bottom-heavy shape.

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Design elements: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Asian pears are ready to eat when purchased; European pears ripen after harvest.

Pears are one of the best fruits to grow in your front yard, your garden, or even a container (for dwarf varieties) on your property. This isn't just because pears are delicious. It's because caring ...

Living Local 15 host Jessica Williams visits Bender’s Orchard in Albion, Indiana, and speaks with Owners Joe & Rachel Bender, as they share about their orchard and how you can choose from a wide ...

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Juicy, full-flavored pears should be enjoyed year-round. Preserve some of that flavor by canning pears when they are available in the fall. Varieties suitable for canning include Bartlett, Harrow ...