Pear Honey

So full of flavor from a fall favorite, this spread is silky smooth much like nature’s honey but with sweet pears peaking through. Accented with pineapple and fresh lemon to brighten the tones, it’s a beautiful addition to your collection.

Cook Time 1 30

Course Preserves and Condiments

Servings 3 -1/2 cups

Equipment

Large kettle or stockpot
Immersion blender

Ingredients

2 pounds of ripe Bosc pears, peeled, cored and chopped, about 4 cups
1 small can crushed pineapple, 8 ounces, drained, about ½ cup
Zest of 1 small lemon, about ½ teaspoon
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
3 cups sugar

Instructions

Combine the pears along with the crushed pineapple, lemon zest and lemon juice in a large kettle or stockpot.
Add the sugar and stir to blend together.
Cook over medium-low heat until the sugar has completely dissolved, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.
Using an immersion blender purée the pears until fairly smooth.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat back to medium-low and continue cooking until the pear honey has thickened, about 1 hour. Stir frequently.
You can process the pear honey in canning jars placed in a water bath or keep refrigerated.

Notes

For great tips on canning check out Ball Canning’s website, https://www.freshpreserving.com/