Spiced Pears In Rum Raisin Syrup Recipe

Name: Spiced Pears In Rum Raisin Syrup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 to 8 lb. pears; 1 fresh pineapple; 2 c. brown sugar; 2 c. water; 1 c. apricot preserves; 1/2 c. golden raisins; 4 cinnamon sticks; 2 tsp. whole cloves; 2 tsp. whole allspice; 1/2 c. rum

Servings: persons

1
Prepare home canning jars and lids.
2
Peel, halve and core pears.
3
Place in soaking solution to prevent darkening.
4
Peel pineapple; remove eyes from pineapple and cut into tidbits. Measure 2 cups pineapple tidbits and set aside.
5
Combine remaining ingredients in a large saucepan, except rum.
6
Simmer for about 15 minutes.
7
Drain and rinse pears.
8
Poach pears in water for about 5 minutes, cooking 1 layer at a time.
9
Pack pears in hot jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace.
10
Remove from heat and stir reserved pineapple tidbits and rum into syrup.
11
Carefully spoon syrup over pears, leaving 1/4-inch headspace.
12
Add a cinnamon stick to each jar.
13
Remove air bubbles with nonmetallic spatula.
14
Adjust caps. Process 25 minutes in a boiling water bath canner.
15
Yields about 4 quarts.

716

kcal

Calories

Fat

202

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 7 to 8 lb. pears, 1 fresh pineapple, 2 c. brown sugar, 2 c. water, and more.

Yes, Spiced Pears In Rum Raisin Syrup 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.

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Spiced Pears In Rum Raisin Syrup

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Variations & substitutions

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