Pear Butter Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Peel, core, and chop the pears into small pieces.
• STEP 2.In a large pot, combine the chopped pears, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
• STEP 3.Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the pears are soft and the mixture has thickened.
• STEP 4.Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to puree the mixture until smooth.
• STEP 5.Return the mixture to the pot and continue cooking over low heat for another 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• STEP 6.Pour the pear butter into sterilized jars and seal tightly.
• STEP 7.Allow the jars to cool completely before storing them in the refrigerator.
• STEP 8.Serve the pear butter on toast, pancakes, or use it as a filling for pastries.
• STEP 9.It can also be paired with cheese or used as a glaze for roasted meats.

Cooking Tips

• Choose ripe and flavorful pears for the best results.
• Adjust the amount of sugar and spices according to your taste preferences.
• Sterilize the jars before filling them with the pear butter to ensure proper preservation.

Storage and Serving

• Store the pear butter in sterilized jars in the refrigerator for up to a month.
• Serve the pear butter on toast, pancakes, or use it as a filling for pastries.
• It can also be paired with cheese or used as a glaze for roasted meats.