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Even though cucumbers are (obviously) vegetables, their watery texture make them a perfect pair for similarly juicy fruits like pears, where all the clean flavors can blend together. Combined with sour greek yogurt, this is a wonderfully cooling soup.

Arugula, Pear, Ham And Walnut Salad

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Arugula, Pear, Blue Cheese And Walnut Salad

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Champagne-Poached Pears with Saffron and Cinnamon

It was a last-minute thing. We had a guest for dinner, and the notion of dessert tiptoed quietly across my mind, just a few minutes before said guest was due to arrive. Suddenly there were four peeled pears simmering gently away in champagne, saffron, and cinnamon. Read more about this recipe at hogwash.

Prosciutto Pita Pizza With Caramelized Onion And Pear

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Pear Gelato

Sticking with the natural sweetness of the fruit and just a bit of sugar yields a light ice cream with intense pear flavor. Read more about this recipe at Cook & Eat.

Pears Poached In Red Wine And Cardamom

Poached pears are an elegant dessert option, and become even more beautiful when cooked with red wine and spices. Prepare ahead of time and served chilled, or serve hot on a winter evening.

Maple-Glazed Pears With Pecans

Here's a simple glazing technique that can turn just about any fruit and nut into an elegant dessert. The combination of maple syrup, butter, and pecans is just . . . right. The same glaze would work well on the pecans alone, too.

Baked Pears And Spicy Plums

Some might find the combination of spicy red pepper flakes and plums a bit unusual. Each bite is sweet and warm initially, with a sharp bite of heat as you swallow. If you aren’t a fan, this dessert is still delicious without the pepper flakes. Read more about this recipe at Cook & Eat.

Roasted Pears With Caramel, Creme Fraiche And Pistachios

This is a perfect spur-of-the-moment dessert for the fall and winter. Try it with any type of pear or with apples, or with a mixture of the two.

Apple-Pear Crisp

There couldn't be a more comforting -- and simple -- home-style dessert than this crisp. This recipe benefits from the added dimension of both apple and pear flavors. Read more about this recipe at the Washington Post.