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Pyrus pyraster |
August: Fruit ripening, early harvest possible.
Safe. In Europe, pear symbolizes fertility and prosperity. Used in folk medicine to improve digestion.
Deciduous tree with rounded crown. Fruits small to medium-sized, with varied coloration.
Grows in forests and forest edges of Europe Harvest fruits in autumn after ripening
Pick fruits when soft and aromatic. Best harvested after first frosts for better flavor.
Store fruits in cool place, avoid damage. Can be dried, preserved, or used for beverages. Used fresh and for cooking.
Fruit: Juicy, aromatic pulp with tart flavor
Skin: Thin, smooth, varies in color
Skin: Thin, smooth, varies in color
European Pear Jam (Boiling)
Clear jam with delicate aroma
Clear jam with delicate aroma
1. Peel and slice fruits.
2. Boil with sugar until done.
3. Pour into sterilized jars and seal.
2. Boil with sugar until done.
3. Pour into sterilized jars and seal.
Pear Compote (Boiling)
Sweet drink with natural flavor
Sweet drink with natural flavor
1. Slice pears and place in pot with water.
2. Add sugar and boil 15–20 minutes.
3. Cool and serve chilled.
2. Add sugar and boil 15–20 minutes.
3. Cool and serve chilled.
Baked Pear with Honey (Baking)
Tender dessert with caramelized flavor
Tender dessert with caramelized flavor
1. Halve pears, remove core.
2. Drizzle with honey and bake at 180°C for 20–25 minutes.
3. Serve warm.
2. Drizzle with honey and bake at 180°C for 20–25 minutes.
3. Serve warm.
Pear and Walnut Salad (Mixing)
Refreshing salad with crunchy nuts
Refreshing salad with crunchy nuts
1. Slice pears and mix with salad greens.
2. Add nuts and cheese to taste.
3. Dress with olive oil and lemon juice.
2. Add nuts and cheese to taste.
3. Dress with olive oil and lemon juice.