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Recipe Tags: Weeknight Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Low Protein Healthy Side Dishes Fruit 1 Day Or More Holiday Event Low Fat Stove Top Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low In Something Pears Equipment Number Of Servings

Spiced Pears

Take these as a hostess gift during the holidays. They are served as a condiment or a relish like you would applesauce. Prep time includes 3 days stand time.

Steps

Combine all ingredients except pears in a large stainless steal or enameled coated pot.
Bring to boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes , stirring occasionally.
Peel pears thinly.
Slice in half lengthwise leaving stem on one half.
Remove core with a sharp paring knife.
Gently place pears in the pot of warm liquid.
Cover and poach for 30 minutes.
If pears rise above liquid , gently stir them back down to evenly flavor.
When tender , allow to cool in the liquid.
Place pears , with their liquid , cloves and cinnamon sticks in well washed jars.
Cover and refrigerate.
Allow to stand a few days before serving.

Ingredients

water, honey, cider vinegar, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, bartlett pears