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Pear Jam

Gardening Guide: Picture Perfect Pear Guide: All You Need to Know About Growing, Harvesting, Cooking, and Eating Delicious Pears

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Pear Jam

By Norann Oleson

Fresh pear jam tastes like home. Spread it on bread, drop a dollop on ice cream, or pair it up with some flavorful cheese. (Note: if you have canning supplies, now’s the time to get them out.)

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Pear Jam

Pear Jam

Fresh pear jam tastes like home. Spread it on bread, drop a dollop on ice cream, or pair it up with some flavorful cheese.

  • Author: Norann Oleson
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cooling Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: Makes 8 half-pint jars; 8 servings per jar 1x
  • Category: Breakfast

Ingredients

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  • 4 1/2 cups mashed ripe pears
  • 3 tablespoons powdered fruit pectin
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 7 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 8 half-pint canning jars, with lids and rings

Instructions

  1. Combine pears, fruit pectin, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and lemon juice in a large heavy pot. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  2. Once mixture has reached a boil, stir in all the sugar and bring back to a full rolling boil for one minute. Mix in butter; this will settle the foam.
  3. Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes.
  4. Pack the pear jam in the sterilized jars, filling them to within 1/4 inch of the top.
  5. After the jars are filled, run a knife around the inside of each jar to remove air bubbles. Wipe the jar rims to remove any residue. Seal jars with lids and rings.
  6. Put a rack in the bottom of a deep stockpot and fill it halfway with water. Bring the water to a boil; lower the jars into the water, leaving 2 inches between them. Add boiling water as needed to keep the water level at least one inch above the tops of the jars.
  7. Bring the water to a rolling boil. Cover the pot and process for 10 minutes.
  8. Remove the jars from the pot and put them on a towel-covered surface to cool.
  9. When they’re completely cool, press the top of each lid to ensure the seal is tight.
  10. Store jam in a cool, dark place.

Notes

  • If you have canning supplies, now’s the time to get them out.

Have you made this jam? It’s perfect on toast or with a peanut butter sandwich—please tell us how it turned out for you.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Curator’s Corner
  • Introduction
  • Featured Articles

  • Types of Pear Trees
  • Ornamental Nuisances: Flowering Pear Trees
  • Picking the Right Size Pear Tree
  • Training and Pruning your Pear Trees
  • Pairing Up For Pear Pollination
  • Pear Trees by Size and Form
  • A Word About Planning Your Pear Use
  • Choosing to Grow Pears from Seeds or Seedlings
  • Growing Pears in Open Land, in Containers, or in Raised Beds
  • Starting with the Right Soil for Your Pear Trees
  • The Right Sunlight for Your Pears
  • Should You Fertilize Your Pear Trees?
  • How—and When—to Water Your Pear Trees
  • Picking the Perfect Pear
  • How to Spot, Treat, and Prevent Pear Diseases and Pest Infestations
  • Post-Harvest Pear Crop Infections
  • Pear Pests
  • Basic Preventive Measures to Avoid Pear Tree Diseases
  • Essential Tools and Equipment for Growing and Enjoying Pears
  • Plant Profiles

  • Shinseiki Pear: Pyrus pyrifolia “Shinseiki” (Asian Pear)
  • Nijisseiki Pear: Pyrus pyrifolia “Nijisseiki” (Asian Pear)
  • Hosui Pear: Pyrus pyrifolia “Hosui” (Asian Pear)
  • Chojuro Pear: Pyrus pyrifolia “Chojuro” (Asian Pear)
  • Red Sensation Pear: Pyrus communis “Red Sensation” (European Pear)
  • Red Clapp’s Favorite Pear: Pyrus communis “Red Clapp’s Favorite” (European Pear)
  • Orient Pear: Pyrus communis “Orient” (European Pear)
  • Moonglow Pear: Pyrus communis “Moonglow” (European Pear)
  • Kieffer Pear: Pyrus communis “Kieffer” (European Pear)
  • Harrow Sweet Pear: Pyrus communis “Harrow Sweet” (European Pear)
  • Comice Pear: Pyrus communis “Comice” (European Pear)
  • Bosc Pear: Pyrus communis “Bosc” (European Pear)
  • Bartlett Pear: Pyrus communis “Bartlett” (European Pear)
  • Anjou Pear: Pyrus communis “Anjou” (European Pear)
  • Recipes

  • Chocolate Pear Cake
  • Fruit Leather
  • Pear Jam
  • Vanilla Poached Pears with Chocolate Sauce
  • Spiced Poached Pears
  • Pear Crisp
  • Additional Articles

  • Nutrition Facts about Pears
  • Health Benefits of Pears
  • Resources about Pears
  • Pear Glossary

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