Pear Butter

1. 1

   Combine pears and water in a large Dutch oven.

2. 2

   Cover and cook over medium-low heat 40 minutes or until pears are soft, stirring occasionally.

3. 3

   Drain.

4. 4

   Press pears through a sieve or food mill; measure 1 quart of puree.

5. 5

   Combine 1 quart puree with remaining ingredients in a Dutch oven.

6. 6

   Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, 15 minutes or until mixture thickens.

7. 7

   Remove from heat; skim off foam.

8. 8

   Quickly pour hot pear mixture into hot sterilized jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace; wipe jar rims.

9. 9

   Cover at once with metal lids and screw on bands.

10. 10

    Process in boiling water bath 10 minutes.

11. 11

    2 pints.

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