If you have a pear tree, you'll know that pears tend to ripen all at once, leaving you with a glut. Storing pears in the fridge will help to slow down the ripening process so that they'll keep for longer. You can also freeze pears. Peel, core and slice or dice, and freeze on a tray before storing in sealed plastic bags. As well as this crumble, you could also make stewed pears, pear flapjacks or a quick pear and walnut chutney.