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The Instacart guide to Passe Crassane pear products
About Passe Crassane pears
Pears are a classic fruit, perfect for snacking and cooking in a variety of sweet and savory dishes. However, discerning pear lovers know there's a whole range of pears on the market, including the tasty Passe Crassane. Most Passe Crassane pears are grown in Northern Italy and Southern France, but you don't need to book a European vacation to taste them. Simply shop for Passe Crassane pears via Instacart, and they could be at your door in as little as 2 hours!
Passe Crassane pears are medium to large, so they are great value for the money. They're recognizable for their green to light brown or yellow skin. Under that skin, you'll find white, slightly grainy flesh which has a sweet, yet tart, taste. As pears have thin skin, there's no need to peel these fruits before eating them. While the Passe Crassane pears can have very few seeds or none at all, the core is very fibrous and not made for eating. The stems of the Passe Crassane pears are often dipped in wax to reduce moisture loss.
Their delicious taste isn't the only thing Passe Crassane pears have going for them. Known as a winter pear, these pears are available until spring when other pear varieties are not common. That makes them a great option for pear lovers keen to enjoy their favorite fruits when the traditional fall pear season ends. As with other pear varieties, Passe Crassane pears are also very nutritious. Passe Crassane pears contain:
- Vitamin C for a healthy immune system.
- Iron for muscle development, brain health, and red blood cell production.
- Fiber for digestive health.
You can enjoy Passe Crassane pears raw as a snack or in the following ways:
- Sliced and tossed through a leafy green or fruit salad.
- Sliced over oatmeal or muesli.
- Sliced and used as a garnish for pancakes or puddings.
- Poached in wine or fruit syrup for a classic dessert.
- Cooked into mulled wine.
- Baked into a tart or cake.
How to tell if Passe Crassane pears are ripe
People know their pears are ripe in many cases because they change from a green color to another hue, such as yellow or red. However, as Passe Crassane pears are a green pear variety, you'll need to look further to check for ripeness. While ripe Passe Crassane pears have green skin, they also have yellow to brown patches or spots. They also develop a pleasing floral aroma, reminiscent of a rose. Touch the neck of your Passe Crassane pear to check its ripeness. If the flesh gives way under the slight pressure of your finger, then it's ready to eat.
How to tell if your Passe Crassane pears have gone bad
When pears go bad they usually develop bruises or blemishes on their skin. When you touch a pear that's gone bad, your finger might pierce the skin, rather than the skin slightly giving way as it does on a ripe pear.
Sometimes you can't tell whether a pear has gone bad at first sight or touch. If you're unsure whether your pear has gone bad, cut into it rather than taking a bite. If the center is brown, rather than white, and very soft rather than firm, it's time to toss your pears.
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FAQs about Passe Crassane pears
The flesh of Passe Crassane pears is crisper than most other pear varieties. That makes these pears especially suitable for cooking, as they hold their shape better than many other pears. Many people believe the Passe Crassane was developed by crossing a variety of pear with a quince. While that's not confirmed, the Passe Crassane pears taste a bit tarter than most other pears.
Passe Crassane pears can be stored at room temperature in a fruit bowl. This storage method suits people who plan to eat their pears within days of receiving them from Instacart. If you want to keep your pears for more than three to five days, store them in your refrigerator. Refrigerated Passe Crassane pears should last for a couple of weeks.
Store your pears whole to make them last. While you can store sliced pears, they'll only last for a day on the counter and one to three days in the fridge. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or store them in an airtight container to maximize the life of sliced pears.
If your Passe Crassane pears from Instacart aren't quite ripe, they will ripen naturally on a bench or in a fruit bowl. However, you can also speed up the ripening process. Place your pears in a paper bag and they'll ripen within three days. To accelerate the process even further, add a banana or apple to your paper bag. These fruits emit ethylene gas which will ripen your pears in a day or two.