Lingonberry and Pear Jam
Description
Perfect for winter pantry stocks. I highly recommend this classic lingonberry and pear jam recipe—the treat is not only delicious but also incredibly healthy! It pairs wonderfully with tea, sweet buns, or cookies. Store in a cool, dark place.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. To make lingonberry and pear jam at home, get the berries ready in advance. This kind of jam is usually made with apples, but few people know that lingonberries with pears give an amazing aroma and flavor. So, wash the lingonberries thoroughly.
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Step 2
2. Core the pears and cut them into sticks. Prepare the sugar separately according to the recipe.
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Step 3
3. Pour the sugar into a saucepan and add a little water so it dissolves faster. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon so the sugar does not burn.
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Step 4
4. As soon as the syrup comes to a boil, add the pear and stir gently. Simmer for 15 minutes, then add the lingonberries and stir gently again.
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Step 5
5. Now add the cinnamon and cloves. I really love adding these spices to homemade lingonberry and pear jam, because they’re what give it such an amazing aroma.
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Step 6
6. I cook our jam in a deep pot over low heat for about an hour, stirring constantly and skimming off the foam. You control the thickness yourself—the longer you cook it, the thicker it will be.
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Step 7
7. This is the beautiful, rich jam we ended up with!