With many different types of pear trees available, there are a variety to choose from and consider for your landscape.

Bosc pears are also ideal for baking, as their flavor intensifies when roasted or baked in a galette or fruit crumble. While they can stand up to a bit more spice than Anjou, don’t go overboard.

Bosc pears are also ideal for baking, as their flavor intensifies when roasted or baked in a galette or fruit crumble. While they can stand up to a bit more spice than Anjou, don’t go overboard.

6 cups diced peeled pears (we used 4 Bosc, 1 red Anjou and 1 small Bartlett) Heat oven to 400 degrees. Roll out two rounds of dough for the top and bottom crusts.

Dry red wine, sugar, and ripe pears are all you need to make poached pears in red wine, a simple, elegant dessert with a dramatic presentation. Be sure to select a firm variety like bosc, anjou ...

Bosc pears are also ideal for baking, as their flavor intensifies when roasted or baked in a galette or fruit crumble. While they can stand up to a bit more spice than Anjou, don’t go overboard.