Recipe: Rosemary and Honey Roasted Pears

When it comes to simple desserts, there are few things as comforting and satisfying as warm pears. Don't be deceived by the simplicity of this recipe; treated to a simple roasting, this is an elegant and flavorful way to enjoy them. Fragrant sprigs of sweet rosemary add a wonderful, yet unusually aromatic and peppery flavor to an otherwise ordinary dessert. This is also a perfect dessert for effortless entertaining -- just prepare ahead of time and pop into the oven to roast while enjoying your main course. Buy firm pears, as they maintain their shape best with heat.


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Food Philosophy #53: The Madernassa Pear

Food Philosophy #53: The Madernassa Pear

The Madernassa pear is a treasure of Piemonte, Italy, and one that was almost lost when modern farming methods were introduced to create a heartier version of the fruit. Thanks to the efforts of some dedicated, passionate growers, however, the pretty pear is back and thriving. Learn some of its history, as well as the story of cugna, a regional treat.

Elena Traversa Rovera of Cascina del Cornale spearheaded the movement to revive the Madernassa pear -- and encountered some interesting obstacles along the way. For those who are under the impression that Slow Food is making it easier for farmers to preserve their artisan goods, Elena's story provides another viewpoint -- and one you might not expect.

Cascina del Cornale: http://www.cornale.it/


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Food Philosophy is a production of the Culinary Podcast Network (www.culinarypodcastnetwork.com).






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Recipe: Pear Panna Cotta with Port Wine Gelée

What better way to have your drink than to eat it for dessert? And with a wiggle this seductive, you can’t resist this pear panna cotta: Cool and creamy, soft and silky, the pear panna cotta is wonderfully delicate, and the covering of port gelée is the perfect flavor accent, intensifying the refreshing dessert. The beauty of panna cotta lies in its ease of preparation and the pure, simple flavor of cream. Since there are so few ingredients, it is important to only use the best and purest.

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