Beurre Bosc pears are a gourmet variety of European pear, originating in France in the early 1800s. They are distinguished by their distinctive elongated shape, russeted golden-brown skin, and sweet, juicy, buttery, and slightly firm flesh that holds its shape well when cooked. This versatile pear is excellent for eating fresh, baking, poaching, and preserving, and it's often used in still-life art due to its elegant appearance