I'm a sucker for desserts that feel elegant without requiring a ton of fancy cooking tricks. It may sound like a tall task, but a dessert like wine poached pears proves that it's possible. Fresh pears ...

Pears never get the attention they deserve. The minute the first leaves change color and autumn hits, it always seems like apples get the spotlight. But pears are sweet, crisp and every bit as ...

Combine the muscat, sugar, orange peel, lemon peel, cinnamon and 2 cups water in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Remove the saucepan ...

This Pear Tarte Tatin is a stunning take on the classic French upside-down tart, apple tarte Tatin. Caramelized pears melt into a rich, buttery caramel sauce beneath layers of flaky puff pastry that ...