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William Verral, on Making ‘Pears Portuguese Fashion, with Currants’

Here’s an eighteenth century twist on a seasonal classic, involving good winter pears and a pint of port.

This modern take on Thomas Dawson’s C16th recipe is a delicious combination of pears, candied orange, sugar and spice.

Here’s a delicious-sounding, rather boozy, spicy-sweet, early C18th recipe for baking and stewing Warden pears.

Here’s an eighteenth century take on a baked warden pear, with a dollops of apple jelly for an accompaniment.

Here’s an eighteenth century recipe for an iced pear tart that sounds simple to make and delicious to eat. Enjoy!