Asian pears are ready to eat when purchased; European pears ripen after harvest. Check European pears for color changes, sweet aroma and soft flesh near the stem to spot ripeness. To speed ripening, ...

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 you ...

There are different types of pears, and the way they signal that they're ripe can be different for each. Here are a few of the most common types, and how to tell if they're ready: Bartlett: These ...

You've been nurturing a pear tree for years and it finally has an abundance of fruit. Knowing when to pluck the fruit for the best eating is a vital care skill.

Freezing: To freeze ripe pears, peel if desired, then core and slice and dip in lemon juice to help prevent browning. Freeze on a lined baking sheet until firm, then transfer to a freezer bag or ...