Jam (Ginger Pear Jam)

By Skookum13

Bartlett pears are best but if you use hard winter pears, it is a good idea to steam the prepared pieces first in a preserving kettle. Use a small amount of water, cover and steam till fruit is soft

Ingredients

• 8 lbs or 16 cups pears, peeled, cored and diced
• 8 lbs granulated sugar
• 4 unpeeled lemons minced
• 1/2 lb crystallized ginger chopped

Details

Servings 20

Preparation

Step 1

Combine all ingredients and let stand overnight. Next day bring to a boil on top of stove, then to avoid having to stand over it stirring, place in 300F oven for 1 1/2 hours or until clear and thick. Jam will turn a lovely amber colour.
Pour into sterilized jars and seal