Grandma's Pear Preserves
Delicious
Steps
Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 10 minutes.
Let simmer while making jam.
In a large saucepan , combine pears , water , and lemon juice.
Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
Stir in pectin , and bring to a full boil.
Stir in the white sugar , and continue boiling and stirring uncovered for 1 minute , until sugar is dissolved.
Remove from heat , and stir in brown sugar , allspice , and nutmeg.
Quickly fill jars to within 1 / 2 inch of the top.
Wipe rims clean , and top with lids.
Process jars in boiling water for 10 minutes to seal.
Ingredients
pears, water, lemon juice, powdered fruit pectin, white sugar, ground allspice, ground nutmeg, brown sugar