Apple Pear Conserve Recipe

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   Prepare Ball brand or possibly Kerr brand jars and closures according to manufacturer's instructions.

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   Combine apples, pears, pineapple, raisins and apple juice in a large saucepot.

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   Cover and simmer till fruit begins to soften.

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   Remove cover.

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   Add in spices.

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   Bring mix to a boil; reduce heat.

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   Simmer till mix begins to thicken.

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   As mix thickens, stir frequently to prevent sticking.

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   Stir in almonds; simmer 5 min.

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    Carefully ladle warm conserve into warm jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace.

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    Wipe jar rim clean.

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    Place lid on jar with sealing compound next to glass.

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    Screw band down proportionately and firmly just till a point of resistance is met - fingertip tight.

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    Process 15 min in a boiling-water canner.

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    At elevations higher than 1,000 feet, boil 2 additional min for each additional 1,000 feet elevation.

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    This recipe yields about 4 pints.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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