Grandma's Pear Preserves

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Gluten Free
Dairy Free
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Grandma's Pear Preserves
45 min.
60
122kcal

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Welcome to Grandma's Pear Preserves, a delightful treat that captures the essence of home and the warmth of family gatherings. This recipe is not just a condiment; it's a celebration of flavors that brings a touch of nostalgia to your table. Imagine the sweet aroma of ripe pears mingling with the warm spices of allspice and nutmeg, creating a symphony of taste that dances on your palate.

Perfect for spreading on toast, dolloping on pancakes, or even as a unique dip for cheese platters, these preserves are versatile and sure to impress your guests. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves up to 60 people, making it an ideal choice for parties, brunches, or simply to enjoy at home.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is that it caters to a variety of dietary preferences. It's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, ensuring that everyone can indulge in this delicious treat without worry. Plus, with only 122 calories per serving, you can enjoy the sweet taste of homemade preserves guilt-free.

So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let’s create a jar of Grandma's Pear Preserves that will not only tantalize your taste buds but also create lasting memories with every spoonful. Happy cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup brown sugar 
  • teaspoons ground allspice 
  • teaspoons ground nutmeg 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • cups pears cored peeled sliced
  • ounce powdered fruit pectin 
  • cup water 
  • cups sugar white

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Let simmer while making jam.
  3. In a large saucepan, combine pears, water, and lemon juice. Cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in pectin, and bring to a full boil. Stir in the white sugar, and continue boiling and stirring uncovered for 1 minute, until sugar is dissolved.
  4. Remove from heat, and stir in brown sugar, allspice, and nutmeg.
  5. Quickly fill jars to within 1/2 inch of the top. Wipe rims clean, and top with lids. Process jars in boiling water for 10 minutes to seal.

Nutrition Facts

Calories122kcal
Protein0.22%
Fat0.99%
Carbs98.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.2
Glycemic Load
19.35
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
0.45130435182996%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.33mg
Catechin
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin
0.09mg
Epicatechin
0.61mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:122.46kcal
6.12%
Fat:0.14g
0.22%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.14%
Carbohydrates:31.76g
10.59%
Net Carbohydrates:31.15g
11.33%
Sugar:29.99g
33.32%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:3.09mg
0.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.07g
0.14%
Fiber:0.61g
2.44%
Copper:0.02mg
1.08%
Source:Allrecipes