Winter Pear Butter

"Smooth, delicate pear butter is delicious on toast, popovers, biscuits and other light breads. Try it on waffles and pancakes, too."
 
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Ready In:
55mins
Ingredients:
4
Yields:
4 cups
Serves:
1
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ingredients

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directions

  • Peel, quarter and core the pears; chop in 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Put all the ingredients in a large heavy pot; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat and cook, stirring often, for 15 minutes, or until the pears are soft.
  • Puree the mixture in a food processor or blender.
  • Return the puree to the pot.
  • Cook uncovered over very low heat, stirring often, for 1 to 1-1/2 hours, or until the pear butter is very thick.
  • Be careful not to let it scorch.
  • Remove from the heat.
  • Stir the hot pear butter for a minute or two to release more heat.
  • Spoon into clean hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch of space at the top of each jar.
  • Wipe the rim of each jar.
  • Cover and allow to come to room temperature. (You'll notice that the pear butter is a rather gray-green color; this is the correct color.)
  • Label the jars and refrigerate for up to three weeks.
  • (Remember: The label should include the name of the recipe and the date by which it should be eaten. Be sure the recipient stores the pear butter in the refrigerator.).

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Reviews

  1. I made this in my crock pot and it turned out so good. I used 1/2 cup brown sugar instead of the regular sugar and only about 1/4 cup of water. I only had blackberry brandy on hand so that is what I used. It's great on toast, Bagels, etc. Thanks for sharing this lovely recipe.
     
  2. I made 3 batches of this last year and ran out in 6 months. This year I'll do double that amount. 'Nough said!
     
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  1. I made this in my crock pot and it turned out so good. I used 1/2 cup brown sugar instead of the regular sugar and only about 1/4 cup of water. I only had blackberry brandy on hand so that is what I used. It's great on toast, Bagels, etc. Thanks for sharing this lovely recipe.
     

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