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October 06, 2006
'Pear' Your Nutrition With Fruit Flavor
Pears are in season from late July to early spring, so now is the perfect time to pick up some of these delicious and healthful fall favorites.
Unlike most fruit, pears improve in both texture and flavor after they are picked. They range in shape from round to bell-shaped and in color from green to golden yellow to orangey red.
Ripe pears are juicy and can range in flavor from sweet to even a bit spicy. Enjoy pears in a variety of ways:
* Add sliced pears to a spinach salad.
* Grill pears and add to a low-fat grilled cheese sandwich.
* Complement pork or fish with a homemade pear relish made with chopped pears, onions, bell peppers, vinegar and other spices.
Choose pears that are fragrant and blemish-free. Store at room temperature until ripe and then refrigerate. Pears are not only a delicious snack but they contain potassium, nutrients and fiber.
Posted by Lisa at October 6, 2006 09:35 AM
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