When it comes to making poached pears, tradition dictates that you peel them first. But does it really matter? Are there ...

It would work well with tinned peaches or apricots as well. If you want to use fresh pears, peel and poach them until tender first. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. Grease a 28cm/11in ...

Get a jump on preserving pears from fall by making this traditional ... Quick tip: To have grated ginger on hand, peel pieces of fresh ginger, cut into 1/2-inch pieces and process to a paste ...

Season to taste with salt and pepper (do not refrigerate). Core the pears, but do not peel. Cut them into thin lengthwise slices, and toss in a bowl with lemon juice. Add the lettuce, cheese ...

Peel the pear, cut into quarters and deseed. Mix all the ingredients for the poached pear, bring to a boil and simmer on low till the pear is soft. Keep aside.

There is no doubt that, for the French, the most popular sweet pairing is fruit and pastry. And they are never mean with the ...