Pear Guide
Did you know pears are high in fiber and can help lower cholesterol? From freshly sliced, baked and poached to sautéed and grilled you can add pears to many of your favorite recipes.
How to Select
Look for pears that are mature and firm.
The best indication of ripeness is to Check the Neck™ by applying gentle thumb pressure near the stem, which will yield slightly when the pear is ripe.
How to Store
Let them ripen a day or two at room temperature and when they give slightly to pressure they're ready to eat.
For best results, place them in a beautiful fruit ripening bowl on the dining room table or kitchen counter.
Pear Varieties
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See our wide selection of pear varieties available at your H-E-B Produce Department.
Pear Recipes
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Try these delicious pear recipes. Fresh pears taste great on salads or topped with yogurt and honey as a refreshing treat.
Cucumber, Pear and Red Onion Salad with Yogurt and Mint
![Cucumber, Pear and Red Onion Salad with Yogurt and Mint Cucumber, Pear and Red Onion Salad with Yogurt and Mint](https://images.heb.com/is/image/HEBGrocery/cucumber-pear-and-red-onion-salad-with-yogurt-and-mint-recipe-1?$2up-rcp$)
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Roasted Pear Pizza with Nutella and Mascarpone
![Roasted Pear Pizza with Nutella and Mascarpone Roasted Pear Pizza with Nutella and Mascarpone](https://images.heb.com/is/image/HEBGrocery/roasted-pear-pizza-with-nutella-and-mascarpone-recipe-1?$2up-rcp$)
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