If you love fruit pies, then this easy canned pear pie recipe can keep you enjoying that delectable taste throughout the year ...

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.

Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4. Place the chopped pears into a large saucepan. Pour in most of the reserved liquid, reserving a couple of spoonfuls for sweetening the yoghurt later.

And while toppings can vary and include different combinations of meat or vegetables, it's well worth incorporating some canned fish next time you make a batch. For an incredibly easy version ...