Canned Pears
Preserving the fresh taste of pears through canning is a simple and effective way to enjoy them throughout the year.
Equipment
- Canning Jars
- Large Pot
- Canning Lid and Bands
- Jar Lifter
Ingredients
- 10-12 medium-sized Pears
- 4 cups Water
- 2 cups Sugar
- 1/4 cup Lemon juice
Instructions
- Start by preparing your pears. Peel, core, and slice the pears into halves or quarters, removing the seeds.
- In a large pot, combine 4 cups of water, 2 cups of sugar, and 1/4 cup of lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a boil and stir until the sugar dissolves to create the syrup.
- Once the syrup is prepared, gently add the pear halves or quarters to the pot. Simmer the pears in the syrup for 5-10 minutes until they soften slightly.
- While the pears are simmering, sterilize your canning jars by placing them in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
- Using tongs or a jar lifter, remove the jars from the water and ladle the hot pears into the sterilized jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top.
- Pour the hot syrup over the pears in the jars, making sure the pears are completely submerged.
- Wipe the rims of the jars clean, then place the canning lids and bands on each jar, tightening them just enough (don’t overtighten).
- Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 20-25 minutes to seal them. Make sure the jars are fully submerged in water during the process.
- After processing, remove the jars and let them cool. You should hear a popping sound as they seal. Once cooled, store the jars in a cool, dark place. Canned pears can be stored for up to a year.
Notes
Use these canned pears in desserts, as a topping for oatmeal, or even in savory dishes like salads. If you prefer, you can also make spiced canned pears by adding cinnamon sticks or cloves to the syrup.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 31gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 28gVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.2mg
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