Pickled Pears

1. 1

   Soak pears in water& fruit fresh/lemon juice to keep from browning.

2. 2

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

3. 3

   Prepare liquid-combine spice bag, sugar, water, vinegar and lemon slices in a large stainless or enamel pot.

4. 4

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

5. 5

   Add enough pears to create a single layer in liquid and poach for 7 min-drain with slotted spoon and place in a large bowl.

6. 6

   Repeat until all pears are poached.

7. 7

   Pour the liquid over poached pears, cover and let stand 18-24 hours in a cool spot.

8. 8

   Remove pears and discard spice bag and lemons.

9. 9

   Bring liquid to a boil.

10. 10

    Pack pears into clean, hot jars.

11. 11

    Pour boiling liquid to cover leaving 1/2 inch head space.

12. 12

    Remove bubbles and seal.

13. 13

    Process in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes at altitudes up to 1000 feet.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.