Pacific Northwest Canned Pears Recipe Ideas




				FIRE AND ICE SALSA MAKES 12 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS 1 can (15 ounces) Bartlett pear halves or slices 1 cup finely chopped seedless watermelon, drained 1 cup finely chopped red or yellow sweet bell pepper 1/2 cup mixed green onions 1/3 cup minced cilantro 2-3 jalapeno or Serrano chiles, seeded and minced 3 tablespoons red, lime or lemon juice Tortilla chips or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping METHOD Drain pears well and chop finely. In a medium bowl combine the pears, watermelon, bell pepper, onion, cilantro, chiles and lime juice until blended. Let stand for 15 minutes to allow flavors to blend, or cover and chill up to several hours before serving time. Serve with desired vegetables and chips for dipping. NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (PER SERVING 1/3 cup) Calories 29 Protein .5g Carbohydrate 7g Fiber 1g Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg Sodium 4mg