How to peel and core pears

Pears are an extremely delicious and versatile fruit to cook with. They pair with both sweet and savoury dishes, and add a great flavour.

But before cooking, there are some simple steps when it comes to preparing a pear, such as peeling, coring and knowing how to check if a pear is ripe.

Have a look this quick video to see how easy it is the prepare a pear.

How to peel and core a pear

Once your pear is prepared try one of these pear-fect recipes. Great for families and entertaining.

Pear recipes to try

Pear pavlova nests with chocolate – Australian Pears

This stunning chocolate pear loaf recipe is the ultimate cake to enjoy for afternoon or to treat mum with on Mother's Day.

Chocolate pear loaf – Australian Pears

This hearty rare roast beef, pear and creamy blue cheese toasties recipe makes for a great fuss-free family dinner idea.

Rare roast beef, pear and creamy blue cheese toasties – Australian Pears

This easy pear and oat slice recipe is a quick and easy snack idea.

Pear and oat slice – Australian Pears

This easy baked pears recipe with mascarpone will certainly satisfy any sweet tooth.

Baked pears with mascarpone – Australian Pears

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