Fresh Pear Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Pare, halve and core pears; chop to make 1 cup.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, beat oil and sugar until blended.
3. 3
   Beat in eggs, one at a time; add sour cream and vanilla.
4. 4
   Sift together flour, salt, soda, cinnamon and nutmeg.
5. 5
   Add to oil-sugar mixture and continue to beat until well blended.
6. 6
   Add nuts and pears; mix well.
7. 7
   Spoon into well-greased 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.
8. 8
   Bake at 350° for about 1 hour.
9. 9
   Cool in pan 10 to 15 minutes.
10. 10
    Turn out and cool on rack.