flavors of autumn

I'm a bit freakish about pears... I *love* them. I can't really say the same about apples - they're good, but I don't have the same obsessive cravings for them. Bosc pears and me... we're tight! So, although I'm not usually a big grocery store ice cream consumer, I raced out the door as soon as I heard about Häagen-Dazs new flavor search winner: Caramelized Pear and Toasted Pecan. If you're like me, reading those words has already gotten your mouth excited about the possibilities... wait, did they say caramelized pear?!?

For purely scientific evaluation purposes, Jerry and I had our first sampling of this ice cream last night after dinner (while watching the My Country My Country documentary - unfortunately, we found it to be a disappointing movie). The verdict? I think that this is quite possibly the *best* ice cream I have ever had. But, I'm willing to admit that this may well be linked to my extreme love of pears. The flavor of pear was clearly identifiable - not some subtle, barely noticeable pear-ness. And, the ice cream was blended with chunks of caramelized pear and those lovely toasted pecans - mmmmm. Jerry thought the ice cream was quite good as well, but I got the sense that he thought I was a bit overly enthusiastic. Well, there's no accounting for taste, right?!?

Today we're trying a new recipe that I hope will be a successful representation of another of our favorite autumn flavors - full report coming tomorrow. In the meantime, run out and get yourself a pint of ice cream - the choice of flavor is yours. Go ahead - you've been good. I know you have.

Comments

[Donna]

Oh, I do love pears. I'm the only one in the family (same with peaches, what is wrong with my husband and kids?) I don't like very sweet things, so the carmelized pear might be a little iffy, but it seems as though maybe the toasted pecans might balance it out. I will admit to getting a bit excited reading your words so it's worth a try. Thanks for the taste review!

[Marisa]

I love pears too...I could really go for one right now. I'm not sure I deserve the ice cream, but I did cheat and eat a bunch of Brie yesterday...

[Lynn]

Oh this is dangerous. I LOVED the last Scoop winner, Toasted Coconut Sesame Brittle (proclaimed it the best ice cream I have ever tasted), and this also sounds delicious. Can't wait to try it!