Sweet, succulent and refreshing—a ripe pear is a thing of beauty. Unripe pears, on the other hand, are not nearly as rewarding. Fortunately, our guide on how to ripen pears will spare you the ...

Not all pears are created equal—so we asked a seventh-generation fruit farmer for guidance.

Whether you want to ripen them or extend their life, make the most of pear season with these expert storage tips. Although peak pear season varies around the country, these irresistible fruits usually ...

Check out this step-by-step guide for the best way to cut pears.

Fall looms but gardening season is far from over, and you may have questions. To ask one, simply go to the OSU Extension website, type it in and include the county where you live. A photo is very ...

Nothing beats the flavor of home grown fruit picked right off the tree in your own yard. For great flavor, however, it's important to harvest fruit at the right time. Some fruit must ripen on the tree ...

This week's look at what's new, bountiful or mysterious in the produce aisles: Their brethren have modestly colored skins of light green, pale yellow and dusky brown, but it's the fiery red-skinned ...

It's been a couple of weeks since I had my last farmers market peach, and the transition always feels like a bit of a bummer. But my disappointment is lessened knowing pear season is ramping up. While ...

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. 2. Line two baking sheets with aluminum foil. Lightly coat with cooking spray. 3. Spread several thyme sprigs over the bottom of one baking sheet. Fan pear slices over the ...

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, ...