How to Use Pears in the Kitchen

Thanks to its natural protective skin, you can toss a pear into your handbag, gym bag, or lunch box for a delicious, healthful treat.

These fruits are also packed with nutrition in a skinny 100-calorie serving, providing a super dose of fiber (6 grams!), as well as vitamin C and health-protective phytochemicals linked with the color of the skin.

Discover how to use pears in the kitchen with this complete guide — includes pear nutrition facts, cooking tips, storage advice, and tasty recipes!

Keep reading this article on Sharon Palmer, The Plant Powered Dietitian.