Pears

What should you know about this amazing fruit? Here is a site about 10 varieties of pears grown in the USA.  

   This is a great time to become a connoisseur of the beautiful fruits of the season and find your favorite. Unfortunately, most of the pears are grown in Washington and Oregon and after the fires they've had this year, they may be harder to find.  The three types in my picture above were available in my local supermarket.  From left to right they are Bartlett, StarKrimson, and Bosc.  Each has a unique taste and texture.
     Usually when you buy pears from the grocery store they are not fully ripe and should not be refrigerated right away.  Don't squeeze the body of fruit to check if it's ripe.  Instead, gently press on its neck which should yield a little when it is ready to give you its best flavor.
  Pears are included on the site of the World's Healthiest Foods. Pears are a wonderful ingredient from meat dishes to salads or desserts.  Here are some pear recipes on this website;   Roasted Pear and Blue Cheese Salad,  Pear Custard Dessert, and Carrot and Pear Soup.  AND don't overlook that the pear, all by itself, is a wonderful snack.