This pear jam has been my favorite jam since I was a little girl. We moved around a lot when I was young; my grandmother would send this jam to us so that we still felt we were close to Grandma’s house. I love it on warm homemade bread or peanut butter and jam sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 4 ½ cups mashed ripe pears
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons powdered fruit pectin
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon ground allspice
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 7 ½ cups white sugar
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 8 half-pint canning jars with lids and rings, or as needed
Directions
Step 1
Gather all ingredients.
Step 2
Mix pears, lemon juice, fruit pectin, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, and nutmeg in a large heavy pot; bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
Step 3
Add sugar all at once, stirring, and bring back to a full rolling boil. Boil for 1 minute.
Step 4
Mix in butter to settle foam.
Step 5
Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes.
Step 6
Pack the pear jam into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw-on rings.
Step 7
Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
Step 8
Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 64 | |
Calories 99 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat0g | 0% |
Cholesterol0mg | 0% |
Sodium1mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate25g | 9% |
Dietary Fiber0g | 1% |
Total Sugars25g | |
Protein0g | |
Vitamin C1mg | 5% |
Calcium2mg | 0% |
Potassium16mg | 0% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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