Tag Archives: pears

Pears Poached in Wine

By Cat, Feb 2008 (Image, right, from Wikimedia Commons) See also: 1. Fruity Desserts Menu; 2. Christmas Rice Pudding Pears are high on the list of my favorite fruits; I had a pear tree on my Portland property, and I have … Continue reading

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Rosemary or Thyme Pear Crisp

By Cat, Oct 2007 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) See also: 1. Cobblers, Crisps & Shortcakes Menu; 2. Fruit Crisp Tips & Ideas; There is nothing like a fruit crisp as dessert, any time of the year; simply use whatever fruit is in season:  apples, … Continue reading

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Apple-Pear Crisp with Ginger & Pecans

By Cat, Feb 2008 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) There is nothing like a fruit crisp as dessert, any time of the year; simply use whatever fruit is in season:  apples, pears, peaches, nectarines, berries, or even a combination of these.  … Continue reading

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Pear Upside-Down Cake

By Cat, Oct 2011 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) See also: 1. Tarte aux Poires (Pear Tart); 2. Plum Upside Down Cake; 3. Cakes & Tortes Menu NOTE: The ingredients of this and the Plum upside-down cake recipes are similar, but the … Continue reading

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Tarte Tatin (Upside-down skillet tart)

By Cat, May 2009 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons Includes: 1. Tarte Tatin See also:  1. Pie & Tart Crusts, Pastry; 2. Pies, Tarts, Turnovers This is an amazingly wonderful treat after picking apples in the fall; rich with apple, caramelized sugary juices, and rich pastry. … Continue reading

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