Articles by Norann Oleson

Pear Glossary

Use this Glossary to get quick definitions or explanations of terms and concepts used in this collection, or terms that you might encounter while nurturing your own pear trees. Pear-specific terms: Anjou  

Resources about Pears

Check out these additional resources to discover even more about pears. If you want us to include other relevant resources that you find helpful and want to share with others,  
Health Benefits of Pears

Health Benefits of Pears

Pears taste good—and they’re good for you. Here’s an overview of some of the potential benefits of eating pears.  Cancer Prevention Antioxidants are known for their cancer-fighting properties as they fight free  
Nutrition Facts about Pears

Nutrition Facts about Pears

Pears are the least allergenic of all fruits. For people with allergies, pears can often be a safe fruit option Pears are about 84% water—the other 16% is mostly carbohydrates and  
Chocolate Pear Cake

Chocolate Pear Cake

Pears and chocolate are a perfect combination. This cake is so good, you can serve it as dessert or bring it out for breakfast. Have you baked this cake? Do you  
Fruit Leather

Fruit Leather

Why buy fruit leather when you can make your own? You can tailor it to your taste by adding some spice. It’s a sweet treat you can take on the  
Pear Jam

Pear Jam

Fresh pear jam tastes like home. Spread it on bread, drop a dollop on ice cream, or pair it up with some flavorful cheese. (Note: if you have canning supplies,  
Vanilla Poached Pears with Chocolate Sauce

Vanilla Poached Pears with Chocolate Sauce

Everything’s better with chocolate! If chocolate is more your thing, this is a perfect way to satisfy your chocolate craving while serving up a beautiful, elegant dessert. Have you tried  
Spiced Poached Pears

Spiced Poached Pears

The beauty of Spiced Poached Pears lies in their simplicity and versatility. As a chef, I'm always excited to share how this classic dish can be elevated with just a  
Pear Crisp

Pear Crisp

Apples, take a back seat; it’s time for pear crisp! This is a delightful dish—even without ice cream! Have you made this crisp? It’s such a comforting, homestyle dish—please tell us