Best 8 Pear Ginger Applesauce Recipes

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Pear ginger applesauce is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It is also a great way to use up leftover pears and apples. The combination of pears and apples gives the applesauce a sweet and tangy flavor, while the ginger adds a bit of spice. This applesauce is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy addition to your diet.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CROCK POT APPLE/PEAR SAUCE WITH GINGER



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This is the only way I like to eat "apple" sauce. I love the combination of ginger and pears. Keeps well in your fridge for up to 2 weeks! (not that you'll have any left!)

Provided by mommymakeit4u

Categories     Breakfast

Time 5h30m

Yield 4 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 large ripe pears, peeled, cored and cut into large chunks
6 large granny smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into large chunks
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 chunk fresh ginger, about 3 inches long, peeled and minced
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Combine the apples, pears, honey (you can leave this out and still get delicious sauce), water, lemon juice, and ginger in the slow cooker. Cover and cook until the fruit is extremely tender and falling apart, on low for 5 hours
  • Beat to make a corse mash or use a food processor for a smoother sauce (don't over blend). Stir in the butter. Serve immediately or refrigerate and serve cold.

GINGER PEAR SAUCE



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Sauce     Food Processor     Ginger     Lemon     Pear     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 small ripe pears (about 3 pounds)
1 cup pear nectar
4 dried pear halves, chopped (available at health foods stores and specialty foods shops)
1/4 cup sugar, or to taste
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon julienne strips peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 cinnamon stick
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Peel, core, and finely chop fresh pears. In a saucepan simmer fresh pears, nectar, dried pears, sugar, butter, ginger, lemon juice, cinnamon stick, and a pinch of salt until pears are tender, about 25 minutes. Remove pan from heat and stir in vanilla. Discard cinnamon stick.
  • Force pear mixture through a food mill or ricer, or in a food processor purée to desired consistency.

GINGER-PEAR SAUCE FOR GINGERBREAD



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I have no idea where I found this recipe, but pears and ginger make a good marriage and this is no exception. A pleasant change from the usual lemon sauce or applesauce for topping gingerbread. Enjoy.

Provided by waynejohn1234

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 strip lemon peel (3 inch piece)
4 ripe pears, peeled, cored and sliced
2 tablespoons slivered crystallized ginger

Steps:

  • Combine sugar, water and lemon peel.
  • Cook, uncovered, for 5 minutes, stirring.
  • Stir in pears.
  • Cover and simmer until very tender (about 20 minutes).
  • Remove lemon peel and puree this mixture.
  • Stir in ginger.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.4, Fat 0.3, Sodium 3, Carbohydrate 67.5, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 55, Protein 0.8

PEAR APPLESAUCE



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A great way to satisfy your sweet tooth-fat-free and for only 120 calories! -Jenny Cohen, Baltimore

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield about 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 medium apples, peeled and coarsely chopped
2 medium pears, peeled and coarsely chopped
3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Mash until sauce is desired consistency. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GINGER APPLESAUCE



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When it's apple-picking time, it's also time for all the delightful treats you can make with them, including applesauce. This is my favorite way to prepare it. It's simple to do and it makes the whole house smell like fall. -Renee Pajestka, Brunswick, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 4h25m

Yield about 5 cups (8 servings).

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 pounds apples (about 12 medium), peeled and cubed
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until apples are tender, 4-5 hours. Mash if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

APPLE-PEAR SAUCE



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This is a great flavor in time for the holidays. Perfectly paired Red Delicious and Asian pears make for a great twist on your traditional apple sauce.

Provided by ztcopley

Categories     Side Dish     Applesauce Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 Red Delicious apples - peeled, cored, and cut into cubes
4 Asian pears - peeled, cored, and cut into cubes
½ cup apple cider
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir apples, Asian pears, and apple cider together in the skillet until the fruit is mushy, about 10 minutes.
  • Smash the apples and pears with the back of a wooden spoon until no large chunks remain; continue cooking until thickened, 20 to 30 minutes more.
  • Stir sugar and cinnamon into the sauce; cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely, 5 to 7 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 2 mg, Sugar 13.3 g

APPLE PEAR SAUCE



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Pear applesauce? Papplesauce? Appearsauce? When the apple-pear sauce is served warm, you will not need any additional sugar. As it cools it loses some of the natural sweetness, and you might want to add sugar to taste.

Provided by Katie Sechrist

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Fruit Butter Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 pears, cut into chunks
3 apples, cut into chunks
½ cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat; add pears, apples, water, and vanilla extract to the hot skillet. Cover and simmer fruit mixture for 10 minutes; remove lid and cook until most of liquid is evaporated and fruit is softened, 10 to 15 more minutes.
  • Remove skillet from heat and transfer fruit mixture and any remaining liquid to a food processor. Process until smooth; stir in cinnamon. Serve warm or refrigerate up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 1.8 mg, Sugar 13.6 g

GINGER-PEAR SAUCE



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     condiments

Time 2h

Yield Eight cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 pounds firm pears, peeled
1/2 cup grated fresh ginger
2/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Combine the pears, ginger and sugar in a large pot over low heat, stirring frequently until the sugar melts and the pear juices begin to accumulate. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until pears are soft, about 45 minutes. Pass the pear mixture through a food mill and place in a clean saucepan. Simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently, until reduced to 8 cups, about 1 hour. Refrigerate in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 132, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 2 milligrams, Sugar 25 grams

Tips:

  • Choose ripe pears: Use ripe, juicy pears for the best flavor. Avoid pears that are too hard or have bruises.
  • Peel and core the pears: Before cooking, peel and core the pears. This will help the applesauce to have a smooth texture.
  • Use a variety of apples: For a more complex flavor, use a variety of apples, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady.
  • Add ginger: Fresh ginger adds a warm, spicy flavor to the applesauce. Be sure to grate or mince the ginger finely before adding it to the pot.
  • Simmer until the fruit is soft: Simmer the apples and pears until they are very soft. This will help the applesauce to have a smooth, creamy texture.
  • Add sugar or honey to taste: If desired, add sugar or honey to taste. You may also add other spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or cloves.

Conclusion:

This pear and ginger applesauce is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. The ginger adds a unique and flavorful twist to the traditional applesauce recipe. This applesauce can be served warm or cold, and it can be used as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or yogurt. It can also be used as an ingredient in baked goods, such as muffins, cakes, and pies.

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