Spiced Cranberry Honey Pears: A Canning Delight! 🍐

Honey and Spice Pears Recipe 🍐

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with these delightful Honey and Spice Pears, a recipe that promises to infuse your kitchen with aromatic bliss and sweet indulgence. Bursting with the essence of cranberry juice, honey, and a symphony of spices, these pears are a testament to the magic of simple yet sophisticated flavors.

Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 5 pears
• 4 cups cranberry juice
• 1 1/2 cups honey
• 1 cup wine vinegar
• 3 tablespoons candied ginger
• 8 cinnamon sticks
• 1/2 tablespoon whole cloves
• 1/4 cup water

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 569
• Fat Content: 0.7g
• Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
• Cholesterol Content: 0mg
• Sodium Content: 10.9mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 151.3g
• Fiber Content: 12g
• Sugar Content: 126.8g
• Protein Content: 1.7g

Yield:

Makes approximately 6 pints

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pears:

   • Begin by washing, peeling, coring, and halving the pears. Ensure they are ripe yet firm for the perfect texture.

2. Create the Flavorful Base:

   • In a sizable 4-6 quart kettle, combine the cranberry juice, honey, wine vinegar, candied ginger, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and water. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle boil, infusing the kitchen with a delightful aroma that will have your taste buds tingling with anticipation.

3. Simmer and Infuse:

   • Once the mixture reaches boiling point, reduce the heat to a simmer and let it gently bubble away, uncovered, for about 5 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together harmoniously, creating a symphony of taste that will elevate your pears to culinary excellence.

4. Cook the Pears:

   • Carefully add the prepared pears to the simmering liquid, ensuring they are fully submerged. Allow them to cook, turning them often to ensure even coating and cooking, until they are just about tender, approximately 5 minutes. This step is crucial for infusing the pears with the rich flavors of the aromatic liquid.

5. Pack and Preserve:

   • With precision and care, pack the hot, tender pears into hot sterilized jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top. This ensures that there is enough room for expansion during the canning process.

6. Cover and Seal:

   • Pour the hot syrup over the packed pears, ensuring they are fully submerged and covered with the delectable liquid. Leave about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top to allow for proper sealing and preservation.

7. Process and Preserve:

   • Seal the jars with precision, adjusting the lids to ensure a tight fit. Prepare a boiling water bath and process the jars in it for a duration of 15 minutes for pints. This step seals in the flavors and ensures that your Honey and Spice Pears are preserved to perfection, ready to be enjoyed at any time.

Indulge in the luscious flavors and aromatic delights of these Honey and Spice Pears, a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Share this recipe with loved ones and revel in the joy of creating memorable culinary experiences together. Enjoy! 🍐✨