Dried pear in the oven for winter: how to choose and prepare the fruit

You can buy a variety of dried fruits in the store, but there is nothing better than making such a preparation at home. One of the options is dried pear, the season of which has already begun. They are usually dried in the sun and in the oven. The main thing is to properly prepare the fruit.

FoodOboz editorial staff has collected information and will tell you how to dry pears in the oven for winter.

How to choose pears for drying

• Too juicy and overripe fruits are not suitable for drying.
• Pears should have a dense texture.
• It is best to dry pears immediately after harvesting, otherwise the fruit quickly becomes soft and will not be suitable for cooking.

Preparation and drying

1. To begin with, it is advised to thoroughly wash and peel the fruit. After that, dry the pear well.

2. At this stage, you should boil the pears in sweet water for 10-15 minutes. Then cool.

3. Slice the pears into medium-thick pieces, removing the seeds.

4. Place the chopped fruit evenly on a baking tray and cook at 70 degrees for approximately 12-15 hours. During the process of drying, the fruit should be periodically turned over.