Spiced Pears
Canning spiced pears is a must this season. Uncover the flavors and health benefits of this delicious preservation technique.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 21 Medium sized bartlett pears
- 6 cups Water
- 2 cups Sugar
- 2 tsp Cinnamon
- 7 tsp Lemon juice
Instructions
- Fill the water bath canner with water and bring to a boil while preparing the pears.
- Wash all of the jars, lids, and bands in hot soapy water.
- Cut the pears in half, remove the skins, and scoop out the seeds and cores. While preparing the pears, soak the cut pears in a bowl of cold water with a splash of lemon juice (1 tbsp) to prevent browning.
- In a 6 quart stock pot, bring the water, sugar, and cinnamon to a simmer, stirring often.
- In batches, simmer the prepared pears for 5 minutes.
- Using a slotted spoon, remove one half pear at a time and stuff into the jars. Each pint jar will hold 6 halves. Add 1 tsp of lemon juice to each jar.
- Using the food funnel, fill each jar with the simple syrup, leaving 1/2 inch head space.
- Remove any trapped air from the jars with the bubble popper and adjust liquid if needed.
- Wipe the rims of the jars with a clean, damp paper towel.
- Place the lids on the jars and tighten the bands finger tip tight.
- Using the jar lifter, carefully lower the jars into the boiling water bath.
- Cover and process in the boiling water for 20 minutes. (sea level processing time, adjust for altitude if needed)
- Remove the jars from the water bath with the jar lifter and place on a towel lined cutting board to cool. Allow to rest for 12 hours before labeling, dating, and storing. If any jars do not seal, refrigerate and use first.
Nutrition
Serving: 4ozCalories: 70kcal
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