How To Cut Pears - The Nest

Slice a pear however you like it, based on your recipe or fresh eating preference. While there is not necessarily a right or wrong way to cut pears, there are techniques you can use to make it simpler to get the most fruit. You want to remove only the core so you have all of the flesh left. Once it's just the flesh leftover, you can slice it or dice it whatever way you like.

Step 1.

Wash the pears under running cold water.

Step 2.

Set the washed pears on top of a cutting board.

Step 3.

Cut each pear lengthwise in half with a sharp, clean knife.

Step 4.

Place a melon baller on top of the core and push it into the core to scoop it out.

Step 5.

Throw away the core.

Step 6.

Cut away any brown spots or overly soft spots with the knife.

Step 7.

Cut the pear halves into quarters or smaller slices as you prefer.

Things You Will Need

• Cutting board

• Knife

• Melon baller

Tip

Brush pear slices with a solution of half water and half lemon juice to prevent browning.

Do not worry about removing the skin, unless you prefer it, or you plan to can the pears.

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References

• USA Pears: Fun Facts & FAQs
• PickYourOwn.org; How to Make Homemade Canned Pears

Writer Bio

Sommer Leigh has produced home, garden, family and health content since 1997 for such nationally known publications as "Better Homes and Gardens," "Ladies' Home Journal," "Midwest Living," "Healthy Kids" and "American Baby." Leigh also owns a Web-consulting business and writes for several Internet publications. She has a Bachelor of Science in information technology and Web management from the University of Phoenix.