Pear Pickles

1. 1

   As you prepare the pears add them to the fruit fresh bath.

2. 2

   Tie pickling spice, cloves and ginger root in a spice bag.

3. 3

   Prepare liquid by combining the spice bags, sugar, water, vinegar and lemon slices in a large stainless steel or enamel saucepan.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil, cover and boil gently for 5 min.

5. 5

   Transfer pears to pickling liquid to create a single layer.

6. 6

   Cook 7 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove and place in a large bowl.

8. 8

   Repeat until all pears are cooked.

9. 9

   When all the pears are cooked pour the pickling liquid over them.

10. 10

    Cover and let stand 12-18 hours-in a cool place.

11. 11

    Pack pears in clean hot jars-remove spice bags and bring liquid to a boil.

12. 12

    Pour over pears leaving 1/2 inch head space.

13. 13

    Seal and process 15 minutes at altitudes up to 1000 feet.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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