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By
SAMANTHA_SP
, SparkPeople Blogger
11/17/2011
Pears are a great way to make a common dish unique. Their buttery texture makes them a perfect candidate for sweet and savory dishes alike. They are also a great source of Potassium, Vitamin C and Fiber. As an added benefit, the natural sugars present in pears allow you to satisfy your sweet tooth while steering clear of processed sugar. Read "
Tips for Buying and Storing Pears
" for more information. Here are some of my favorite SparkRecipes that use pears.
Pear Crisp
Kiki's Delicious Cranberry and Pear Relish
Spiced Cranberry Pears
Nutty Stewed Oatmeal & Maple Pears
Caramelized Pears with Toasted Almonds and Yogurt
Pear, Rhubarb and Raspberry Tart
Apple Pear Cucumber Salad
Pear yogurt muffins
Fresh Pear Bread
Pear Ginger Crumble
Slow Cooker Pear Oatmeal with Wheat Berries
Roasted Walnut and Pear Salad
Asiago and Pear Pork tenderloin
Spinach and Pear Salad with Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette
What is your favorite Pear recipe?
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