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The quince is the sole member of the genus Cydonia in the family Rosaceae. It is a deciduous tree that bears a pome fruit, similar in appearance to a pear, and bright golden-yellow when mature
You can eat raw quince, but like all worthy things, the magic comes with a little heat. The tartness relaxes when cooked and it really lets the fragrant aroma out. Use just like you would apples, pears or other stone fruits. Poached, tarts, tortes, compotes and pies are especially nice
Because of the astringent, tart flavor, quinces are commonly made into preserves and jellies. When prepared as jelly, it tastes like a cross between an apple and a pear. Sometimes the quince smells like a tropical fruit.