Title: Pear Puree
Categories: Baby
Yield: 13 Servings

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Bartlett, Anjou, or Bosc pears

BARTLETT, ANJOU AND BOSC ARE THE MOST COMMON PEARS IN SUPERMARKETS. ALL MAKE GOOD-TASTING SAUCE, BUT BARTLETTS STAY THE WHITEST WHEN COOKED. Wash, peel, quarter and core pears just before cooking. Place pear quarters in a steamer basket in a pot filled with a small amount of lightly boiling water. Cover tightly (for better nutrient retention) and cook for 8 to 12 minutes or until pears are tender, replenishing water during steaming if necessary. Test for doneness with a toothpick or fork; pears should pierce easily. Set pears aside to cool. Strain pears in a food mill or puree in a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Discard the cooking liquid or save for another use. No additional liquid is needed.

MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS: Place prepared pear quarters in a microwave-safe dish. Add ¬ cup water and cover tightly with plastic wrap, pulling back one corner to vent. Microwave on HIGH for 3 minutes, stir thoroughly, re-cover, and cook for 3 to 6 minutes or until tender. Check for doneness, cool, and proceed with recipe.

Makes 12 to 14 1-ounce or heaped tablespoon baby servings.

Freeze in heaped tablespoonfuls on waxed paper-lined cookie sheet; transfer to plastic storage bags when frozen.

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