Pear Preserves

Cook: 60 min Serves: 4

Pear preserves offer a delightful blend of sweet, tender pears coated in a rich, sugary syrup. Perfect for spreading on toast or adding to desserts, they showcase the natural flavor of pears with a luscious, thick consistency. Ideal for fruit lovers and those seeking homemade jam with a classic taste.

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Ingredients

  • 3 qt. cut-up pears
  • 7 c. sugar
  • 1 c. white Karo

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar, Karo syrup, and water in a pot and bring to a rolling boil.
  2. Drop the cut-up pears into the boiling mixture.
  3. Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens and the pears are tender.
  4. Pour into sterilized jars and seal for storage.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

24 kcal 1% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 0.5g 1% DV
Total Fat 0.1g
Carbs 5.9g 2% DV
Fiber 1.1g 4% DV
Sugar 0g

Electrolytes

Sodium 2.8mg
Potassium 61.8mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.1mg 10% DV
Calcium 8.5mg 1% DV
Iron 0.2mg 1% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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