1. Pear Butter
When you realize apple butter from the farm stand is just
simmered-down apple sauce, it’s a game changer. When you realize you can also
do it with pears, mind blown.
2. Awesome Country Apple Fritter Bread
Apple fritters are delicious hunks of fried dough studded
with apples, and this recipe transforms the flavors into a baked cake with lots
of cinnamon apples and an old-fashioned crème glaze.
3. Torta Bertolina (Italian Grape Cake)
If you’ve never baked with jammy purple grapes, start now.
This recipe calls for Coronation grapes, but Concord grapes or any sweet, dark, seedless grape will do.
4. Pear Oatmeal Crumb Bars
These shortbread bars would be perfect for the bake sale,
the lunch box or an after-school snack.
5. Apple Chicken Skillet
Apples are for dinner, too, like this sweet and herby
apple and chicken sauté. Apple cider and a splash of cream help make the velvety
sauce the chicken and apples are nestled in.
6. Savory Apple Thyme Tart
Apples, cheese, onions and herbs sit in a pastry shell for
the most delicious light meal or appetizer. Serve with a salad to balance its
richness.
7. Thyme-Roasted Grapes With Ricotta and Grilled Bread
Warm, roasted grapes are a rich revelation. Pair it with a
mild creamy cheese, like ricotta, and spread on toast for a party-pleaser.
8. Pan-Roasted Chicken With Grapes and Olives
A balance of the sweet and salty, this recipe combines grape,
olives, feta cheese and chicken. The flavors marry together along with lemon
and pistachio. Make it for dinner tonight or save it for a fall dinner party.
9. Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears
A perfect pear can be eaten with a spoon, and when a pear meets
the oven, it becomes a soft and sweet vessel for salty blue cheese and crunchy
walnuts. Drizzle with a spicy honey and sprinkle with flaky salt for the
ultimate finishing touch.