Quince, Ginger, and Pecan Conserve Recipe

Name: Quince, Ginger, and Pecan Conserve
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup pecans; 3 medium quinces (about 1 1/2 pounds total); a 1-inch piece fresh gingerroot; 1 3/4 cups sugar; 3 cups water; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon white-wine vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Accompaniments: meats, cheeses, and crackers

Servings: persons

1/2 cup pecans
3 medium quinces (about 1 1/2 pounds total)
a 1-inch piece fresh gingerroot
1 3/4 cups sugar
3 cups water
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon white-wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Accompaniments: meats, cheeses, and crackers

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
On a baking sheet in middle of oven toast pecans in one layer until golden, about 10 minutes, and when cool coarsely chop.
3
Peel, quarter, and core quinces.
4
Cut quarters lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick slices and cut each slice crosswise into 6 pieces.
5
Peel gingerroot and cut into fine julienne strips.
6
In a 3-quart heavy saucepan bring quince, gingerroot, and all remaining ingredients except pecans to a boil.
7
Simmer mixture, covered, stirring occasionally, 2 1/2 hours (quince will be deep pinkish orange).
8
Cool mixture in pan, covered, at room temperature at least 8 hours and up to 1 day.
9
Return pan to heat and simmer mixture, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes.
10
Stir in pecans and transfer conserve to a bowl to cool completely.
11
(Conserve keeps, covered and chilled, 1 month.)
12
Serve conserve with meats, cheeses, and crackers.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup pecans, 3 medium quinces (about 1 1/2 pounds total), a 1-inch piece fresh gingerroot, 1 3/4 cups sugar, and more.

Yes, Quince, Ginger, and Pecan Conserve falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quince, Ginger, and Pecan Conserve

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