Tips for Selection :

• When selecting pears, look for fruits that are firm but not too hard
• They should have a smooth skin that is free of bruises or mold
• The color of good quality pears may not be uniform as some may feature russetting, brown-speckled patches on the skin

Nutrition:

• Very low in saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium
• Good source of vitamin C
• Very good source of dietary fiber, which helps the body to lower cholesterol and also protects against environmental toxins
  

How to Store :

Pears should be left at room temperature to ripen. Once ripened, pears should be stored in the refrigerator where they will remain fresh for a few days.

Varieties:

Beurre Bosc, Packham, Barlett (Red, Summer, Winter), and D’Anjou