Pear Honey Recipe
Overview:
This Pear Honey recipe is a delightful concoction that balances the natural sweetness of fresh pears with a hint of lemon juice. 🍐🍯 It’s an absolute breeze to make and offers a healthier alternative to traditional jams and spreads. Plus, with just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have jars of this golden goodness ready to enjoy or share with friends and family.
Ingredients:
- 3 pounds of fresh pears 🍐
- 2 1/2 to 5 cups of sugar (adjust to taste) 🥄
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice 🍋
Instructions:
| Time | Instructions |
|---|---|
| Prep: 20m | Begin by preparing your ingredients. Peel, core, and chop the fresh pears into small pieces. |
| Cook: 50m | In a 6-quart stainless steel kettle, combine the chopped pears, sugar, and lemon juice. |
| Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar completely. | |
| Once boiling, reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for about 40 minutes, allowing it to thicken. | |
| Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking. | |
| Total: 1h10m | While the pear mixture simmers, prepare your jars for canning. Ensure they are thoroughly cleaned and sterilized. |
| Once the pear mixture has thickened to a honey-like consistency, it’s time to fill the jars. | |
| Leave about a 1/2 inch of headspace at the top of each jar to allow for expansion during processing. | |
| Wipe the rims of the jars to remove any residue that could prevent proper sealing. | |
| Place the lids on the jars and tighten them securely. | |
| Now, it’s time to process the jars in boiling water. Submerge them in a large pot of boiling water for 10 minutes. | |
| Ensure the jars are fully covered with water and spaced apart to allow for proper circulation. | |
| After processing, carefully remove the jars from the water bath and let them cool on a clean towel or rack. | |
| As the jars cool, you may hear the satisfying “pop” of the lids sealing – a sign of a successful canning process. | |
| Once completely cooled, store the jars in a cool, dark place. They can be enjoyed for several months if properly sealed. | |
| Yield: 7 half pint jars |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 452.7
- Fat Content: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 3.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 118.3g
- Fiber Content: 8.6g
- Sugar Content: 102.5g
- Protein Content: 1.2g
Recipe Notes:
- Adjust the amount of sugar according to your taste preferences and the sweetness of the pears. The recipe suggests starting with 2 1/2 cups and adding more if needed.
- This Pear Honey makes a wonderful topping for toast, biscuits, or even as a glaze for roasted meats.
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding spices like cinnamon or ginger for an extra flavor kick.
Keywords:
Fruit, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight, Canning, < 4 Hours, Easy
Enjoy your homemade Pear Honey! 🍐🍯
