Disappearing Pear Honey Recipes

Steps:

• Place pears in a food processor; process until finely chopped. In a Dutch oven, combine pears and sugar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in pineapple; cook and stir 5 minutes longer., Remove from heat. Ladle hot liquid into 6 hot half-pint jars; wipe rims. Seal and allow to cool. Refrigerate up to 2 weeks.

Steps:

• In a 6 quart stainless steel kettle combine all ingredients.
• Bring to boiling, stirring occasionally.
• Simmer 40 minutes.
• Spoon into sterile jars, leaving a 1/2 inch head space.
• Wipe jar rims, adjust lids.
• Process in boiling water for 10 minutes.
• Makes 7 half pints.

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients into a 5 quart stainless steel pot on medium degree stove burner. Let slowly come to slow boil. Continue to low boil until finely ground pears are tender, about 30 minutes or so.
• Turn oven on to 250 degrees F to sterilize well washed, clean pint jars. Place 7 pint jars in a 13x9x2 metal oven pan. And 7 canning flats in simmering water on eye. Have 7 canning rings ready to seal jars, Can funnel to fill jars and an eating plate to sit glass jar on while filling.
• While keeping pear honey at a slow boil, remove 1 sterilized pint from oven at a time. Sit pint on plate with canning funnel in place. Use a long ladle and ladle Pear honey into pint jar, secure flat and lid by firmly tightening lid on jar.. Sit on folded kitchen towel to cool and seal. Repeat process until all pear honey is canned. The jars will seal when you can hear a snap noise. Leave on towel until completely cold. Test lid to see if sealed by lightly pressing on center of lid, it should be secure.

Steps:

• 1. Combine all together in a stainless steel or non-reactive stockpot, bring to a boil and lower heat to medium-low or low (to prevent burning). Cook for two-three hours or until mixture is thickened and of a golden color - similar to honey.
• 2. For Canning: Ladle mixture into hot, sterile half-pint or pint jars, leaving 1/4" headspace. Cover with prepared lids/rings. Process in boiling water bath according to your county extension office guidelines (generally 5 minutes unless you live in high altitudes, etc.). Set jars aside overnight and check to make sure lids are sealed. If you have one that doesn't seal, refrigerate promptly. Keep sealed jars in a cool, dry place for 6-8 months.
• 3. Enjoy!
• 4. Optional: Add in 2 tsp freshly grated ginger for Gingered Pear Honey - it adds a unique flavor to an old-fashioned recipe.

Steps:

• Place chopped pears into a large pot, and pour pineapple juice over them to prevent them from browning. Stir in sugar, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir frequently to prevent scorching. When the pears are at a full boil, reduce heat to medium, and cook until the mixture is the color and texture of honey. The longer you cook it, the thicker it gets. Cooking time is usually 2 to 3 hours.
• Ladle into hot sterile jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Wipe rims with a clean damp cloth, and seal jars with lids and rings. Process in a boiling water canner for 10 minutes, or the amount of time recommended by your local extension for your area.

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan. Cook until pears are tender and mixture thickens, approximately 30 minutes. Transfer to sterilized jars and seal while still hot*. (See Disclaimer)

Steps:

• Run the pears through a food chopper using fine blades.
• Combine all ingredients.
• Cook on low heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture is thick and clear.
• Pack in hot jars and seal.
• Process in a water bath for 10 minutes.

Steps:

• Peel pears and run through a food chopper using the medium blade.
• Add to sugar and salt.
• Add crushed pineapple and juice and bring to a boil for 5 minutes.
• Add the fruit fresh and cook on medium.
• Boil for 20 minutes.
• Makes 8 pints.

Steps:

• Puree the lemon in a food processor.
• Mix all ingredients thoroughly in a stock pot.
• Cook on medium heat until thick, stirring occasionally.
• Pour into pint jars.
• Cap and put in a 10-minute water bath.
• Let cool, store, and watch it disappear.