These baked pears with blue cheese make an impressive yet simple appetizer for any occasion. Topped with crunchy pecans, a ...

These baked pears with blue cheese are an elegant yet easy appetizer perfect for any gathering. Topped with crunchy walnuts, ...

As much as I love apples for their straightforward, tart-sweet flavors and crisp, snappy texture, they are no match for pears. Pears are lush, fragrant and elegant. Like apples, they are delicious ...

If you are a fan of pineapple upside-down cake, this autumnal variation on the classic — made with ripe pears and hazelnut flour — is sure to please. There are three main components of an ...

Caramel is no joke. To anyone who is venturing into a baking journey, this is not a bad place to start as an introductory ...

As ubiquitous as they are come fall, pears remain a bit of an enigma. Why are they so hard when you buy them? Why do they seemingly take forever to ripen? Why do they finally ripen exactly when ...

Bursting with fall flavors, this Savory Pear Tart is made with a cornmeal crust and can be served warm or at room temperature. (Ashley Moyna Schwickert/For the Minnesota Star Tribune) ...