Not surprisingly, Scott Szekretar, executive chef at the acclaimed H2O Seafood Grill in New York, knows a thing or two about seafood. But what may surprise you is that this sushi master is also a master of the pear! Read More
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Check the Neck™ for Ripeness: Apply gentle thumb pressure near the stem (not the tummy). The neck yields, when ripe.
"Both the sea scallops and the pears are succulent and in season through spring, and they pair perfectly with a hint of sweetness from the Riesling." ~ Scott Szekretar
Pears Pack a Punch: One medium pear provides 6g of fiber! That's 24% of your daily recommended intake!
“I enjoy pairing pears with floral liqueurs. The elderflower brings out the pears’ floral essences.” ~ Kelley Swenson
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"Add to the visual appeal by cutting pears into interesting shapes, like the pear ‘diamonds’ in my featured recipe." ~ Scott Szekretar