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 PEAR LOVERS GIFT 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 … [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...]

Pear and Walnut Snack — Two Ways

Savory

Ingredients 2 California Bartlett pears spreadable blue cheese or mascarpone walnuts, chopped honey Instructions

Wash pears and thinly slice.
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Sharing Traditions and Recipes at Stillwater Orchards

The Elliot family's roots run deep in California’s Sacramento River Delta. The family has been growing and packing pears here for 165 years under the name Stillwater Orchards. Some of their pear trees are over 160 years old and still producing sweet, juicy pears each … [Read more...]

Homemade California Pear Baby Food

Pears are a great first food to introduce to your baby. They’re sweet, nutritious and babies seem to go crazy for them! Of course, pre-made pear baby food is widely available in jars at any grocery store. But it’s easier than you think to make your own homemade pear baby food as fresh as it comes and preservative-free! Not to mention cost-effective! [Read more...]

Cool California Pear Recipes for Summer

Cool California Pear Recipes for Summer