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A satisfying homemade syrup that's perfect as a gift this festive season
Celeriac, pears, and fennel are the elegant star ingredients in this nutty, warming soup
Welcome in autumn with a delicately light and airy dessert that has seasonal fruits front and centre, with proper homemade custard bringing this to the next level
Welcome the beginning of autumn with this salad that makes the most of seasonal pears, crispy bacon and creamy goat's cheese
Start your day the right way with this apple and pear smoothie. Golden Delicious, Granny Smiths, Galas and Pink Ladies can all be used, while low-fat vanilla or soy yogurt keeps the calorie count down.
The secret to this bold and robust salad is crispy pieces of salty chorizo and manchego, a moderately aged, hard sheep's milk cheese from Spain. Combine with sweet pear, fresh salad leaves, toasted almonds and soaked raisins for a delicious supper
These sweet and flaky danish pastries from Derek Sarno are the perfect weekend bake
Piled high with juicy pears, vanilla ice cream and creamy chocolate sauce, this surprising pud will definitely become a firm family favourite.
Lightly-spiced poached pears and a whipped cream filling are encased in a rich chocolate and whisky sponge for this elegant festive roulade.
These delicious healthy bites draw on the classic flavours of a strudel, with warm, spiced notes and the sweetness of pear. Enjoy warm as a dessert with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream or savour them cold, paired with your afternoon cup of tea.
Brighten up your morning with a bowl of cinnamon porridge topped with citrus-poached pears
This Christmas pudding is packed full of flavour and a load of festive ingredients including sherry, ginger and seasonal pears.
Poached pears add a delicate sweetness to this simple homemade Christmas cake
This indulgent dessert makes a stunning end to a dinner party and is best served warm with plenty of custard. Caramelised pears are layered on the bottom of your cake tin and topped with rich chocolate mixture for decadent results. You can use tinned pears
Juicy conference pears add a delicious sweetness to these soft and fluffy breakfasts buns complimenting their nutty and apricot centre. Pull them apart and enjoy them still warm, fresh from the oven.
Tesco Finest PX sherry is the real difference maker in this deliciously boozy and fruity mincemeat recipe
These quick and simple mug cakes are made all the more special by sweet and fragrant Conference pears
These poached pear ghosts are cooked in apple juice and cinnamon, while pomegranate is simmered to make the 'blood'. The kids will love helping making these – it's all topped off with blueberries and currants for the eyes and sunflower seeds for the teeth.
If you're planning a dinner party this Hallowe'en, try this devilishly delicious cheesecake with ghostly poached pears, a butterscotch and chocolate filling, and crushed oreo cookie base. It's a showstopper.
For an easy dinner party dessert that will really impress, try this poached pears recipe.
Gorgeously flavoured British pears, available from September to April, are at their very best right now.
Keep things spicy with this white wine punch, made with this season's apples and pears.
A seasonal crumble dessert with cinnamon and nutmeg spiced pears, delicious oats and melted chocolate.
Create this fantastic dessert using chestnuts, pears and puff pastry and blow your friends and family away.
This Italian take on an omelette is ready in just over half an hour and will surely satisfy everyone's stomachs
This pear and elderflower martini is an aromatic medley of pear, elderflower and lemon
Impress guests at your next barbecue blowout with this unusual burger pairing
This quick and easy salad really makes the most of the season's bright and flavoursome ingredients. Hearty Puy lentils topped with nutty celeriac, aniseed-flavoured fennel, vibrant pomegranate jewels and sweet pear, and drizzled with a sharp dressing
Sweet and juicy pears are the perfect partner for creamy Manchego in this easy cheese tart recipe
Perfect for entertaining, these sweet, spiced poached pears can be made the day before and stored in the fridge until needed. Serve simply with a drizzle of rich chocolate sauce.