There is nothing better than enjoying a slice of warm sweet cake on a cold winter’s day. Unfortunately, the only problem is that overripe pears have a very strong and sweet flavour. How then can we enjoy this great tasting fruit in a different way? Here are some tips to help you to transform your overripe pears into something absolutely delicious.
How to Make a Pomegranate Mandarin Cake
This recipe comes to us from The Best Of Pinterest, by Stella Stolz. Pomegranates are typically enjoyed in the fall, but they’re available year round. Pomegranate juice is considered a healthy alternative to grape juice. It has more antioxidants than regular juice. This recipe has a festive look, and the pomegranate and citrus flavors will make you feel happy.
How To Make Use of Pears Left in Garden
Many people like to eat apples and pears when they are in season, but they tend to get tired of them after a while. If you want to make sure you get the most out of your fruit, then you should try and make use of the ones that are left over after you have made your apple and pear crisps. The easiest way to do this is by making pear and apple cakes. You can even add dried fruits to your cakes for a more interesting result.
How To Make Best Use of Overripe Pears
Overripe pears are like ripe bananas. If you don’t eat them, they’ll go bad. But if you are lucky enough to have some ripe pears, you should make use of them. But first, get them off the tree. Peel off the outer skin, and then cut the pears in half. You can then either eat them, or make use of the fruit by saving the halves. If you want to make pear halves into pears, remove the seeds from the inside, then stuff the cavity with a mix of sugar and spices. Serve these pears as an appetizer, or use them as a snack.
Recipe for Overripe Pears
Ingredients: 4-5 ripe but firm pears (approx 5-8 oz)
½ cup sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg
1 tsp ginger
⅛ tsp cloves
2 Tbs vanilla extract
2 cups water
What Are Overripe Pears?
Overripe pears are fruits that are just a little too ripe to eat, but still edible. They can be a bit mushy, but that’s part of the reason they’re overripe. Overripe pears will typically be darker in color and slightly more acidic than ripe pears. Sometimes overripe pears can have a slight gray tinge to them, but not all overripe pears will have that. Overripe pears are usually picked at the end of the season, so they are less likely to be sour. That said, they can also turn a bit acidic. Overripe pears will typically be much sweeter than ripe pears. In fact, they can be quite sweet. Overripe pears can last about one week after they’ve been picked. Ripe pears can be kept for about two weeks in the refrigerator.