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Our tips for Pears

Buried treasure for little Pirates

Submitted by Alice Squires, Warrington

If you have a few odd pieces of fruit which need eating up, slice them into the correct number of bowls for your little pirates and smother in freshly made custard (instant, tin or carton will do, but work out more expensive and it's easier to get a specific amount if you make it up yourself). My children love hunting for the buried treasure so much that they told me I should sell the recipe! You can easily adapt this idea with a few sweets, chocolate buttons or whatever else you have to hand...
Storing Pears

Submitted by Love Food Hate Waste,

Store pears in the fridge for freshness and quality. These nutritious fruits can last for much longer if kept in the fridge rather than at room temperature, and keeping them in the fridge in a loosely tied plastic bag will also help stop them shriveling up. Add to the fruit bowl to bring to room temperature prior to eating.
Firm up your pears

Submitted by Love Food Hate Waste,

Pears stay fresher and firmer in the fridge if kept in a loosely tied plastic bag. If necessary ripen at room temperature for a softer, juicier eat.
Ripening

Submitted by Womens Institute,

Pears ripen from the inside out so they may feel firm on the outside, but ripe on the inside. If you cut a pear before it’s ripened try using it one the great Love Food Hate Waste Recipes.
Daily Fruit

Celebrity tip by Anthea Turner

A great way of getting children to have their daily fruit portion and of using up leftover fruit is to invest in a smoothie maker. These make great breakfast and snack options