Pears are normally sold hard as they bruise easily. They will ripen in a few days at room temperature, but turn woolly if over-ripe. Pears are served cooked or raw, but in either case toss in a ...

My grandmother is a master of homemade baking, and the bread from her oven is unmatched. There is always one with a ...

My grandmother is a master of homemade baking, and the bread from her oven is unmatched. Among her classic wheat and rye ...

Farmers also plant a wide variety of pears that tend to ripen at different times. As a result, some of those varieties suffered greater damage than others. The same cold conditions also impacted ...

Pears are not just a sweet and juicy treat; they are a powerhouse of essential nutrients that contribute to overall well-being. Whether you are looking to lose weight, improve digestion, or ...

It’s hard to beat the convenience of baby food pouches. But overreliance can affect a child's nutrition, food preferences and speech development, experts warn.

DEAR HELOISE: I think the reason that pears (and some other fruits) don’t ripen is because grocery stores refrigerate them and try to extend the amount of time they have to sell them.

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There are many edible plants adapted to arid climates. Among them are prickly pears, or opuntia, of which there are hundreds of varieties, about 100 growing in New Mexico. As well as the familiar deep ...