[header] How to poach pears [title] Peel the pears. [step] Slice in half and de-seed. You can use a melon baller or just a spoon to scoop out the seeds. 
You can also quarter the pears instead of halving them if you prefer. You can really use any type of pear you like, though some pears are better than others for poaching because they tend to keep their shape better instead of falling apart.