pear preserves
These were my favorite growing up. My Mom would put them up late Summer/early Fall and we'd have them year round. After my Mom passed away in 2016, I feel close to her when I'm making these and Strawberry Figs. Always use hard preserving pears for this. If you use soft pears, they will just be mushy.
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cook time
method
Stove Top
yield
Ingredients
- 5 gallons pears
- 5 pounds sugar
How To Make pear preserves
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Step 1Peel and slice pears about 1/4" thick and cut into 2" strips.
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Step 2In a large pot, layer pears & sugar. Let sit overnight.
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Step 3Bring pears to a simmer and cook 2-3 hours, until the pears become transparent. Stir frequently to reduce sticking/scorching.
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Step 4After the pears be come transparent, place a small amount in a bowl and put in the freezer. Check after 5 minutes for thickness. Continue cooking and repeat every 5 minutes until the pears have reached your desired thickness.
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Step 5These can be made shelf stable by following canning and preserving procedures.
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