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If you’ve ever picked up pears at the grocery store only to find them hard as rocks, you’re not alone. I honestly think it keeps most people from buying them because they don’t know that’s the way they are supposed to be.

Unlike many fruits, pears are harvested before they’re ripe. If left to fully ripen on the tree, they often become mealy inside. By the time they get to the store or farmers’ market, they will be a gross, mushy, and bruised mess. So, to preserve their quality and prevent spoilage during transport, growers pick pears while they’re still firm.

With a little patience (and maybe a paper bag), you can enjoy pears at their sweet, juicy best. So don’t just walk straight past them next time you are at the market!

How to Ripen Pears at Home

The good news is that pears rip

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