Preserves
Pear jam
60 min4 serv.21 февр. 2026 г.
Description
Homemade preserves keep for a long time. If you have read this, the preserve is ready for winter storage.
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Peel the ripe pears and cut them into small pieces.
- 2
Step 2
Lightly mash the pears in a saucepan with a masher to release the juice. Add the pectin and lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 3
Step 3
Add the sugar while stirring constantly, bring to a boil, and simmer over low heat.
- 4
Step 4
So the jam doesn't foam, you can add a piece of butter or margarine. Ah! A little secret! Cook the jam for another 5 minutes.
- 5
Step 5
The jam should be the same consistency as in the photo. To check if it's done: if a drop of jam on a cold plate doesn't spread, it's ready. Seal in jars.