California Pear Cheese Board

CALIFORNIA PEAR CHEESE BOARD

Ingredients

Variety of California Pears, such as Red Pear, Bosc and Bartlett
4 types of cheeses such as brie, goat cheese, cheddar and blue cheese
2 types of deli meats, such as prosciutto and spicy salami
More seasonal fruits like figs, pomegranates, persimmons, dried apricots
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Baked Pears with Cheese, Walnuts & Honey

BAKED PEARS WITH CHEESE, WALNUTS & HONEY

Ingredients Yields: 2 servings 2 California Pears* 1/2 cup goat cheese 1/3 cup chopped walnuts 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon honey - plus extra for drizzle 1/4 cinnamon salt to taste *We recommend using Bosc pears because they hold up well when baked. For a slightly sweeter pear that does not fall apart in the oven, try California … [Read more...]

Pear Kiwi Parfait

PEAR KIWI PARFAIT

Ingredients Yields: 2 parfait jars 2 ripe California Pears, cored and chopped 3 kiwis, peeled and chopped 1 cup Greek yogurt 1 cup favorite granola 2 Tbsp honey (to taste) 2 sprigs of basil 4 blackberries Instructions Layer granola, yogurt and fruit until jar is full. Drizzle honey over the top and garnish with a sprig of fresh basil and a blackberry or two. … [Read more...]

Cool California Pear Recipes for Summer

Many people think of pears as a fall fruit but here in California pears actually come into season in the summer. In fact, during the months of July and August California pears are the only U.S. grown, fresh, new crop pears available on the market. [Read more...]

Pear Lemon Popsicles

PEAR LEMON POPSICLES

These refreshing pear lemon popsicles are not only delicious, but they are hydrating and perfect for hot summer days. Kids and adults alike will love these, and with only four ingredients they are easy to make! Ingredients Yields: 5 popsicles 2 ripe California Pears, peeled, cored and chopped 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 cup coconut water 2-3 Tbsp sugar (to … [Read more...]

Pear Avocado Smoothie

PEAR AVOCADO SMOOTHIE

Ingredients Yields: 2 servings 2 ripe, California Pears, cored 2 ripe, California Avocados, seeded and peeled 2 Tbsp lime juice (1 lime) 8 fresh mint leaves (more to taste) 1/4 cup Honey 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, low-fat 1 cup milk of choice 5 cups ice cubes Instructions Place all ingredients into a blender and blend on high … [Read more...]

CALIFORNIA PEAR ADVISORY BOARD FALL SWEEPSTAKES OFFICIAL RULES

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. Open to all contestants based in the U.S. only. Entries must be received by Thursday, … [Read more...]

Delta Breeze Cocktail

Ingredients 2 Bartlett Pears (The pear you use for muddling in the cocktail must be very ripe) 1.5 oz. Gin or Vodka .75 oz. Lemon juice .75 oz. St. Germain (Elderflower Liqueur) .5 oz. … [Read more...]

Pears wrapped in Prosciutto

Ingredients 3 Bartlett pears cut into wedges (should make about 18 pear wedges) 9 slices of Prosciutto Olive Oil (about 2 tablespoons) Balsamic (about 2 tablespoons) Sea … [Read more...]

Pear Crostini With Blue Cheese & Walnut Spread

Ingredients 3 Bartlett pears 8 oz. cream cheese 2/3 cup crumbled blue cheese 2/3 Cup toasted walnuts (Chopped with a knife or in a food processor until pea size or smaller pieces) 1 dash Worcestershire Sauce (about 1 tsp) 2 Tablespoons chopped Green Onions or chives 1 sourdough baguette sliced in ½ thick rounds Honey 2 tablespoons … [Read more...]