Trim a small slice from the bottom of the pear, mainly so that it sits flat, but also to be sure that the pear is not too tall; they should rise about 1 / 2 - inch or so above the rim of a 9 «x5» baking pan. (allroadsleadtothe.kitchen)
Remove the core with a melon baller or small teaspoon and scoop out the pips from the bottom of the pear. (arthurstreetkitchen.com)
Slice 1 / 2 - inch off the bottom of the pears to create a flat bottom. (cookingchanneltv.com)