"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Freezing pears sounds so easy: Just slice 'em, pop 'em in the freezer and reward yourself with Ree ...

It's hard to compete with America's most readily available fruit, but that's precisely what pears do when they go head-to-head with apples each year. Due to their similar growing conditions, harvest ...

SEATTLE — Too many pears is a happy problem to have. At a sad time recently, someone sent a box of bereavement pears, not something to belabor here except to say that the gift — with one pear, ...

With their tender-crisp texture and sweet flavor, pears are a perfect choice for fruit pies, tarts, puddings, cobblers, and other homemade desserts. The only downside is that these fruits only last ...

Fall looms but gardening season is far from over, and you may have questions. To ask one, simply go to the OSU Extension website, type it in and include the county where you live. A photo is very ...

Rinse quinoa in cold water and drain well. In saucepan, bring 2 cups water and 1/2 tsp salt to boil. Gradually add quinoa. Cover and reduce heat to low; cook until water is absorbed and grain is ...

The tart artist works in texture, contrasting crisp shell, supple filling, slippery slices of fruit. She works in color, choosing golden pastry, pale almonds, wine-stained pears. She works in pattern, ...