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Preserves: Grandma's Pear Preserves

Source of Recipe

Bridget


Recipe Introduction

" Grandma grew up in rural NC and always made these for the family. They are so good ... I hope you enjoy these as much as we have. "

List of Ingredients

6 cups pears - peeled, cored and sliced
1 cup water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 (2 ounce) package powdered fruit pectin
8 cups sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground allspice
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg



Recipe

Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 10 minutes. Let simmer while making jam.


In a large saucepan, combine pears, water, and lemon juice. Cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in pectin, and bring to a full rolling boil. Cook, boiling for 1 minute. Remove from heat, and stir in brown sugar, allspice, and nutmeg.


Quickly fill jars to within 1/2 inch of the top. Wipe rims clean, and top with lids. Process jars in boiling water for 10 minutes to seal.


YIELD: Six 8-Ounce Jars