Quince Recipes

Sweet-tart quince is a culinary treasure

Quince is a fruit similar in appearance to a pear, but more tart. We've rounded up our favorite quince recipes.

Venison Loins with Shallot Sauce and Stewed Quince — Similar to applesauce served with pork, this recipe, adapted from chef Stuart Bell of Ten Minutes by Tractor restaurant in Mornington Peninsula, Australia, uses sweet, spiced quince to balance faintly gamy venison loin served atop a creamy shallot sauce. *Matt Taylor-Gross*

Vanilla-Scented Quince and Pear Pie — This sweet, tart fruit pie is a beautiful showcase for the flavors of fall and winter. It's great on a holiday table, and is at its best when served alongside a plate of cheese: the rich quince flavor balances beautifully with a wedge of funky, crumbly blue beside it on the plate. *Helen Rosner*

Fromage Blanc, Banana, and Membrillo Sandwich — This sweet sandwich from Tartine Bakery & Café in San Francisco, is pressed and griddled to melt the creamy banana, cheese, and quince filling and toast the bread. *Todd Coleman*

October 4, 2012 This sweet, tart fruit pie is a beautiful showcase for the flavors of fall and winter. Great on a holiday or dinner party table, it’s at its best when served alongside a plate of cheese: the rich quince flavor balances beautifully with a wedge of funky, crumbly blue beside it on the plate. See the recipe for Vanilla-Scented Quince and Pear Pie » Helen Rosner