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Apple and pear

Quarter and cut out the core; slow browning with lemon.

BeginnerApplePear

Apple and pear: sketch showing where to cut (wedges)

Core and slice

  1. Peel if the recipe asks.

  2. Quarter from top to bottom through the core.

  3. Cut the core out of each quarter with a diagonal cut.

  4. Slice or dice; toss with a little lemon juice if not using immediately.

Tips

  • For tarte tatin, use firm apples that hold their shape.

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