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Biting into a sweet, juicy pear brings a burst of pure autumn. Popular cooking methods include poaching (in wine, syrup, fruit juice, water) and baking. Pears shine in baked goods like tarts, pies, and cakes, as well as in jams, preserves, and chutneys. And because they are related to…
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Whenever we hear the frequently repeated Mom-ism "nature's candy," we think of this intensely sweet fruit of the date palm tree. Now is the prime time to enjoy it, as fresh dates, from California and the Middle East, start to pop up in markets by summer's end.
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Recipes and tips for the season's best ingredients
Nothing says autumn quite like this sweet, tart, crunchy, juicy fruit. While they are commonly eaten out of hand, most apples are great for cooking, too. And few fruits are this versatile: Apples work in all-American or French dishes,…
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