Pears are sometimes overshadowed in mid-winter by apples, but their nuanced flavor and fragrance are accentuated through cooking methods such as baking and poaching.

James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin A classic margarita recipe doesn’t need anything other than tequila, Triple Sec and fresh lime juice. This recipe calls for blanco tequila, which is the ...

Food Editor Daniel Hernandez makes the case for subtracting tomatoes and onions from guacamole recipes. L.A. Times readers ...