Spiced poached pears in chocolate sauce

You won't need an excuse to indulge in this updated classic, but if you do, remember that fruit contributes to your 5-a-day!

Pork with pears

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A simple yet stunning recipe that combines well known flavours to create an exquisite dish

Pork with pears, prunes & verjuice

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This is a whole meal in one pot – the only extra thing to serve is fresh green salad

Warm beet, chorizo & pear salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Combine succulent pear, colourful beetroot, spicy chorizo and buttery manchego cheese in this vibrant winter salad that's ideal for sharing with friends

Fruit plait

Kids will love helping make this easy spiced dessert – similar to an apple and pear strudel, but with ready-rolled puff pastry instead of filo

Squidgy chocolate pear pudding

This hot, gooey chocolate pud, with dark chocolate and canned pears, can be made ahead and frozen – a perfect no-fuss dinner party dessert

Spiced oatmeal fritters with coconut caramel pears

These dense, nutty-tasting griddle cakes are dairy free, with almond milk, nutmeg and cinnamon – perfect for a lazy weekend brunch or treat

Red cabbage with juniper & pears

Swap apple for wedges of pear, which go beautifully with the garlic, juniper and cinnamon in this colourful side dish

Autumn crunchy crumble

Children will love helping to make this easy fruit pudding – apples, pears or plums are topped with crunchy crumble mix

Salted caramel pear puffs

These individual fruity desserts are a cross between a Yorkshire pudding and a French clafoutis – bake, then drench in salted caramel sauce

Maple & pear ruffle cake

A grown-up, lightly-spiced sponge that is sandwiched with pears caramelised in maple syrup and topped with meringue buttercream

Ricotta pancakes with winter fruit compote & vanilla yogurt

These light and fluffy pancakes make a great weekend brunch dish. Serve with poached apples, dates and pears spiced with cinnamon