Ginger Pear Marmalade
Ingredients
10 cups peeled cored and sliced pears
1 orange, juice and zest of, grated
1 lemon, juice and zest of, grated
6 cups granulated sugar
2 inches inches piece gingerroot, tied double layer of cheesecloth
Preparation
1
Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan.
4
Cook uncovered, stirring often until pears are quite soft.
5
Cook rapidly, stirring constantly until jam stage is reached, about 55 minutes
6
Discard spice bag, skim if needed.
7
Pour into hot sterilized half pint jars to within 1/4 inch of top.
8
Place sterilized metal lids on jars and screw metal bands on securely. Process in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes.
Tools
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Yield:
6.0 half pints
Added:
Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 6:05pm
