Quince

A hard, round or oval to pear-shaped tree fruit that resembles a large green to yellow apple with a knob on one end. Quinces can have a woolly surface or they can have smooth skin. Cooked quinces taste like mild, sweet apples, and have the texture of cooked apples.

Recipes

  1. Caramelized Quince Skillet Tart

    Cooked quince is similar in taste to a cross between apple and pear. When quince isn't available, substitute a favorite variety of apple.

  2. Quince -Apricot Sauce

    Quince , an ancient fruit, is a symbol of love and commitment. Available in fall and early winter, it often appears in holiday recipes. Serve this sauce on angel food, pound cake, or gingerbread.

  3. Autumn Fruits with Cinnamon Custard

    If lady apples and Seckel pears aren't available, don't worry--this poached fruit dessert works with any fall fruit. Try pears and quince , or even a mix of cooking apples.

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Articles

  1. Eggnog & Booze, A Recipe for Holiday Cheer: Food News

    Mon, 24 Dec 2012

    the season, right? Eggnog cocktails ? Yes, Santa! At Markethouse in Chicago, you can order a Kentucky bourbon caramelized quince eggnog, while the Kaliki Tiki at Henri, the restaurant Rogers works at in Chicago, has a whiskey base with apricot liqueur and