Honey Pear Preserves with Ginger
Experience the perfect blend of sweetness and warmth with this Honey Pear Preserves with Ginger recipe, a delightful twist on classic fruit preserves. Featuring ripe, juicy pears paired with the natural sweetness of honey and a vibrant zing of freshly grated ginger, this recipe creates a luscious preserve bursting with comforting fall flavors. A touch of lemon juice adds brightness, while a slow simmer ensures the pears achieve a rich, jam-like texture. Serve these aromatic preserves on warm toast, drizzled over yogurt, or as a sophisticated complement to a cheese platter. With minimal prep and a simple stovetop method, these preserves are a must-try for home canning enthusiasts and anyone seeking creative ways to enjoy seasonal produce. Perfect for gifting or savoring yourself, this recipe delivers sunshine in a jar all year round.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (peeled, cored, and diced) Ripe pears
- 1 cup Honey
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons (grated) Fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
Peel, core, and dice the pears into small, even-sized pieces to ensure even cooking. Set the diced pears aside.
In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the honey, granulated sugar, and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes syrupy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the diced pears, grated ginger, and lemon juice to the saucepan. Stir well to coat the pears evenly in the syrup.
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, or until the pears become soft and the liquid thickens into a jam-like consistency.
Use a potato masher or fork to mash some of the pears for a slightly chunky texture, or leave them whole for a fruitier finish.
Remove from heat and let the preserves cool for 5-10 minutes. If desired, skim off any foam from the surface.
Ladle the warm preserves into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of space at the top. Secure the lids tightly.
For longer storage, process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Otherwise, allow the jars to cool completely and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1663 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 26 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 444.9 g | 162% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.3 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 387.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1306 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
