Sweets and Desserts
Pear Jam
Pear jam is a sophisticated, light and extremely versatile option in the kitchen.
Prep: 50 minCook: 30 minYield: 800g
Ingredients
- •1 kg peeled and diced pears
- •1/2 cup filtered water
- •450g granulated sugar
- •100ml apple pectin
- •50ml vinegar
- •Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- 1
Place the peeled and diced pears, lemon juice, sugar, filtered water and vinegar in a saucepan and mix well.
- 2
Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the syrup thickens and the pears begin to break down.
- 3
Blend with a food processor, blender or immersion blender if you prefer a smooth jam, or leave it chunky for a rustic texture.
- 4
Return the mixture to the saucepan, add the pectin and cook until the jam thickens. Let cool before serving and keep refrigerated.