Pears can be enjoyed alone or in a variety of dishes.Many people consider them to be a favorite.If you want to enjoy pears well beyond when they are in season, or if you simply find yourself with more pears than you can eat right now, storing them properly can help ensure they're fresh and delicious.
Step 1: Take a look at your pears to make sure they're ripe.
Pears are picked off the tree when they are mature.They start to grow from the inside out after being picked.If you apply gentle pressure at the top near the stem, you can check the ripeness of your pear.The color of your pear is not a good indicator of how ripe they are.Pears are not ripe if the flesh is hard when you press down.If you plan to eat them a few days from now, buying un ripe pears is fine.Pears can be eaten right away if the flesh gives when you press down.It is possible that a pear is overripe and will affect the taste and texture.
Step 2: Un ripe pears can be kept at room temperature.
You can store your pears in a room temperature.They should be kept whole and not cut.The room temperature is 21 C.The pressing technique will allow you to see if your pear is ripe and ready to eat.Pears are usually ripe between 3 and 4 days after purchase.
Step 3: Pears can be kept fresh if they're refrigerated.
Ripe pears won't last very long in the kitchen counter or pantry.They can last up to 12 days if they are placed whole in the fridge.It's a good idea to set the temperature of your refrigerator at or below 40 F.Before refrigerating pears, wrap them tightly in a bag or container.
Step 4: Don't eat rotten pears.
Your pears are no longer safe to eat if they are bruised, Browning or blemished.It is possible for a bad pear to look healthy on the outside, so you will have to cut it open to confirm whether or not you should eat it.If a pear is slightly overripe, it can be used in a variety of recipes, including smoothies, jams and dressings.
Step 5: Place your pears in a brown bag to speed up the ripening process.
It is possible to speed up the ripening process if you want to enjoy your pear sooner.Pears produce a natural hormone during the ripening process.Placing your pears in a brown paper bag will allow them to grow faster.You can speed up the ripening process by placing your pears in a fruit bowl with other fruits.
Step 6: For easier storage, cut the pears before they freeze.
Pears can be frozen and enjoyed throughout the year, even when not in season.The way you cut the pears is up to you.Peel and core the pears before cutting them.A variety of fruit peeling and cutting tools are available to help make completing these steps easier.
Step 7: The pears should be soaked in a solution to prevent them from turning yellow.
Add salt, ascorbic acid, or lemon juice to 1 quart of water.Allow the pears to soak for 3 to 5 minutes after creating the mixture.Pre-treating the pear can reduce its appearance.
Step 8: The pears should be placed on a baking sheet or tray into the freezer.
Transfer them to the freezer on a baking sheet or tray by spreading them in a single layer.The pears should be frozen for 3 to 5 hours.The taste and texture of your pear could be impacted by freezer burn if you leave them too long.The pear pieces can be frozen individually if they are placed in a long-term storage bag or container.
Step 9: Pack the pears in bags or containers.
You can use plastic containers with a lid.Leave enough room for the pears in the bag or container.Seal the bag or container after you package the pears.If you use a bag to store the pears, make sure to push out as much air as possible.If you want to know how long the fruit has been in the freezer, label the bag or container with the date and name.
Step 10: The pears should be in the freezer.
To thoroughly freeze the fruit, lay the bags or containers flat.The temperature in the freezer should be below zero.Pears can last up to 12 months.