Pear Jam with Lemon
Description
A simple way to prepare ahead. I'll tell you more below. Store in a cool, dark place.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
Wash the pears and pat them dry. Peel and core them. Cut into medium-sized cubes or slices.
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Step 3
Transfer the sliced pear to a deep bowl and sprinkle with sugar. Leave for a couple of hours so the pear releases its juice.
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Step 4
Then transfer the pear to a heavy-bottomed pot. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 5–6 minutes.
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Step 5
Remove from the heat and let cool completely. The pears should absorb the sugar syrup well.
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Step 6
Wash the lemon thoroughly; you can pour boiling water over it. Cut into small cubes together with the zest. Remove the seeds.
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Step 7
Add the lemon to the pear. Bring the jam to a boil one last time and cook for 15 minutes.
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Step 8
Spoon the hot jam into clean sterilized jars. Pear jam with lemon is ready.