Pear Recipes

Readily available in fall and winter, pears are perfect for cozy cooking projects. From desserts to savory ideas, our recipes with pears will keep your kitchen busy.

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    Pear, Apple and Celery Salad

    This salad is incredibly fresh and bright, but uses apples and pears, making it perfect for fall and winter. The...


    Prosciutto, Pear & Burrata Salad

    The idea for this salad came to me when we ordered a restaurant appetizer that was prosciutto, burrata, a little...


    Spiced Squash and Fruit Crumble

    This sweet and savory dish is a perfect side for cold weather and would be amazing with any meal. It...


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    Air-Fryer Pear Potpies

    I always make potpies when pears are in season. I love them so much more than apples because they have...


    48 of Our Favorite Pear Desserts

    Fall isn't just for apples! Switch things up tonight with a few of these incredible sweet pear desserts. With recipes...

    Cranberry Pumpkin Chutney

    It's a waste to throw out carved jack-o'-lanterns after Halloween, so I decided to make a pumpkin chutney with them....


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    Pear, Ricotta and Rosemary Corn Muffins

    Indulge yourself by spreading a pat of butter over each of these warm, scrumptious pear and ricotta muffins. Add a...


    7 Types of Pears (and the Best Ways to Eat Them)

    Many types of pears are in season from August through October. Here are the fresh pears to look for at...


    Sausage Sweet Potato Sheet-Pan Dinner

    2 reviews

    This healthy, foolproof weeknight supper is naturally gluten-free, uses one pan and is on your table in no time! This...

    Orchard Pear Pie

    I made this pie using Bartlett pears fresh from the orchard. It's a lovely dessert to include on your holiday...


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    Air-Fryer Honeyed Pears in Puff Pastry

    A honey of a salute to late-summer pear season, this cozy dessert looks both elegant and decadent. Wrapped in puff...


    Bacon Pear Salad with Parmesan Dressing

    8 reviews

    This simple salad is an elegant side dish for any menu. With a blend of fresh pears and warm, comforting...


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    Pressure-Cooker Tequila Poached Pears

    Tequila may seem an unusual ingredient, but give it a try! The fresh pears and mint make the dessert deliciously...


    Cranberry and Roasted Beet Salad

    I created this as a healthy, tasty side dish to complement Christmas dinner. This enticing substitute for cranberry relish is...

    Upside-Down Fruitcake

    2 reviews

    I get tired of people bad-mouthing holiday fruitcakes. It's one of my favorite holiday flavors and I look forward to...


    Homemade Pear Honey

    2 reviews

    Pear honey is an old recipe that's been passed down through families. We especially like it with hot biscuits and...


    Caramelized Pears

    2 reviews

    After picking an abundant crop of pears, I was looking for new ways to enjoy them. A friend suggested warming...


    Parsnip, Pear and Pecan Salad

    1 review

    I didn't try parsnips until I was well into my 40s, but now I can't get enough of them. This...


    Peanut Butter, Honey & Pear Open-Faced Sandwiches

    3 reviews

    I work a 12-hour night shift at a hospital, and when I come home in the morning, I don't want...


    Pear Upside-Down Cake

    6 reviews

    Using a packaged cake mix speeds up the preparation time of this tasty pear and pecan upside-down cake. This moist...


    Pear-Berry Breakfast Tarts

    2 reviews

    When my kids were small, I could never get pancakes on the table while they were all still hot. Then...


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    Gorgonzola Pear Tossed Salad

    Tired of tossed salads? Here's an irresistible variation featuring pears that makes an attractive and tasty first course. The cheese...


    Pear Upside-Down Gingerbread

    I prefer to bake from scratch, but this Christmasy cake mix recipe is a favorite. For a change of pace,...

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    Pear Chutney Chicken

    4 reviews

    With a unique combination of flavors in this recipe, dinner is sure to satisfy. “My freezer is hardly ever without...


    Apple-Pear Compote

    Apples and pears are almost always popular, so this warm, comforting dessert recipe is great for potlucks or other get-togethers....


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    Pear, Ham & Cheese Pastry Pockets

    I came up with this simple recipe one night for a quick dinner. It's perfect with a cup of soup...


    Pear-Stuffed French Vanilla Toast

    4 reviews

    My handyman, who is originally from Nicaragua, shared this classic breakfast dish his mother used to prepare. He says he...


    Pork Tenderloin with Pear Cream Sauce

    6 reviews

    Pork’s mild taste goes well with sweet flavors and many seasonings. Here, I’ve teamed it with both—luscious pears and a...


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    Personal Pear Potpies

    Talk about cutie pies! These mini treats baked in ramekins are yummy and easy to prepare using frozen puff pastry....