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The Conference pear is the UK's favourite pear and like apples, they come in lots of varieties. Enjoy pears on their own or as part of a sweet dessert or savoury main dish, try our variety of pear recipes - stuffed, poached or simply sliced.
These conference pears are baked in a buttery, warmly spiced syrup and are so incredibly simple to make for something so delicious. Serve warm or cold for breakfast, brunch or dessert with yogurt, granola, cream or ice cream.
The quintessential crumble pudding, this autumnal favourite is made even sweeter with the addition of blackberries. When making the crumble topping, rub everything together quickly and lightly between fingertips to get that rough breadcrumb texture.
Upside-down cakes are a real teatime treat and make indulgent desserts too, served with a dollop of cream. This recipe, featuring poached seasonal pears and a sweet, buttery caramel is no exception. Scatter with flaked almonds and dust with icing sugar for a decadent finishing touch!
When time is short sometimes you need a quick, healthy breakfast that will still keep you going until lunchtime. This pear, banana, oat and honey smoothie is a doddle to put together while the protein-rich yogurt and fibrous oats will keep the tummy rumbles away.
Everyone loves a crumble. Whether you're young, old, or somewhere in-between, we can almost guarantee that you've got fond memories of tucking into a crumble on a lazy Sunday afternoon. This pear and almond crumble is an excellent way to instill some of those happy memories onto someone else.
These delicate flavours combine to create a deliciously comforting soup
Sweet and juicy pear slices, vibrant pomegranate seeds and flavoursome fennel, all brought together with a tasty citrus dressing. This dish makes for a perfect light lunch or side salad
A great starter or light main course, grilled mackerel fillets are served on a bed of watercress and lightly dressed sliced fennel and pear. Finish with a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds for an extra omega garnish.
Leave the prosecco to one side the next time you're having a party and whip up a batch of this fruit punch instead. Puree some perfectly ripe pears and combine with a homemade cranberry syrup, brandy, wine, soda water and cranberry juice. Punchy, yes, but that is to be expected.
For a delicious starter and spin on the classic pear, walnut and roquefort salad, try this impressive-looking tart at your next dinner party. The three, classic ingredients are arranged on puff pastry then baked in the oven until the pastry is golden and crisp.
Tinned and frozen fruit make this reduced-sugar crumble more affordable. Enjoy on its own or with cream or ice cream.
These delicious spiced pear crisps are the perfect healthy snack recipe, and best of all they couldn't be easier to make
Griddled pears and chicory are topped with crumbled blue cheese and caramelised walnuts to make this wonderful winter salad.
This store bought panettone is made extra-special with chocolate shards and gold-sprayed pears - festive showstoppers don't get much better than this!
A twist on the classic tarte tatin, this pud is a real crowd pleaser – and will fill your kitchen with festive spice aromas before guests arrive – or serve to family and enjoy the leftovers! Using easy rough puff pastry and super-convenient tinned pears, this dessert is one to try.
This stunning pear tart makes a brilliant dessert if you're entertaining
Create a sweet summer sundowner using Scotch whisky, subtly sweet pear cider and black tea in this easy recipe. Top with ice cubes and garnish with a fanned pear for the perfect sunset tipple.
It’s hard to beat a baked ham at Christmas, even as an alternative to the traditional roast turkey. This one comes with a port and shallot sauce and sticky roasted pears: heaven on a plate
For a fruity vegan Christmas starter that everyone will love, look no further than these stuffed pears
This elegant, impressive dessert is sure to draw gasps when you bring it to the table and is totally worth the extra effort. Spiced dried fruit and nuts are encased in a softly baked pear, with crisp filo pastry and a topping of your choice. This is a well-loved classic dessert for a reason!
This twist on a classic French apple tart uses sweet pears and spices to create a stunning upsde-down pud. The pears are cooked in a star anise and cinnamon caramel before being topped with crispy, golden puff pastry.
Get ready to elevate your salad game with this exquisite pear and prosciutto salad. This is sure to impress as a starter or a light meal on its own.
A hearty bowl of oats packed with scrumptious pears, mixed fruit and cinnamon. This easy breakfast recipe can be made in advance to save time and effort, and is wonderfully fragrant - it's sure to brighten up any morning
Take your guests senses to new heights with these creamy, smoky, crunchy, toasty delights.
Get your Christmas feast started right with this simple, flavoursome, veggie starter ready in just 25 minutes
Sweet meringues lie under sharp Conference pears and a drizzle of spiced chocolate caramel sauce
The classic crumble gets a makeover with this almond-infused, marzipany recipe
Melt-in-the-mouth pears are a fruity addition to your morning porridge – and they're one of your five-a-day, too
Try our delicious pear and chocolate cinnamon cheesecake recipe to enjoy with friends
Some people call this Dumpsy Dearie jam. No one seems to know the origin of this endearing name, but rest assured it's a delicious mixture of the autumn fruits that fall to the ground at this time of the year. The best type of plum to use is Victoria.
Bring a touch of festive cheer to any party over the holidays with this stunningly decorated cocktail.
Have a filling, comforting breakfast ready in 10 minutes with this easy pear and almond porridge recipe. The simple combination of fresh juicy pear, crunchy almonds and a drizzle of sweet maple syrup is the perfect autumnal start to the day.
Golden chewy flapjacks are an irresistible teatime treat, and these flapjacks have been given an extra fruity twist with juicy grated pear, dried apricots and cranberries for a colourful traybake perfect for picnics.