Spiced pear butter is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used on toast, scones, muffins, or even ice cream. It is also a great way to use up extra pears. The process of making spiced pear butter is simple, but it does take some time. First, the pears are peeled and cored, then they are simmered in a mixture of spices until they are soft. Once the pears are soft, they are mashed and then mixed with sugar and pectin. The mixture is then cooked until it reaches a thick, spreadable consistency.
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SPICED PEAR BUTTER
A delicious, naturally low-sugar treat! The orange and spices are wonderful... the trick is to not let them overpower the pears. The lemon adds a brightness to the flavor, while the vanilla is balancing. Spread over toast or with meats such as ham, pork chops, or chicken. Makes an excellent gift too. Place improperly sealed or open jars in refrigerator and use within the month.
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Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes
Time P1DT2h45m
Yield 40
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place pears and 1/2 cup water in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook until softened, about 20 minutes. Transfer pears to a blender or food processor; puree until smooth but not liquefied.
- Return pear puree to the saucepan. Add agave nectar, lemon juice, orange zest, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer pear butter until thickened, stirring frequently, 70 to 90 minutes.
- Wash and rinse six 1/2-pint jars, lids and rings; let jars and rings dry on a rack. Immerse lids in a dish of boiling water.
- Fill a large canning pot with water. Bring to a boil; cover and keep simmering.
- Fill the dry jars to 1/2 inch from the top with hot pear butter using a ladle and canning funnel. Wipe rims clean. Pick up lids using tongs; cap jars and screw on the rings. Use canning tongs to completely immerse jars into the pot of boiling water. Cover pot; boil jars for 10 minutes.
- Remove jars with your tongs. Let cool, about 24 hours. Check seals to make sure lids have sucked down; listen for a popping sound. Label jars and store.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 0.6 mg, Sugar 13.5 g
PEAR AND RICOTTA BLINTZES WITH SPICED MAPLE-BUTTER SAUCE
Categories Mixer Cheese Dairy Fruit Breakfast Brunch Dessert Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur Cream Cheese Ricotta Currant Dried Fruit Pear Spice Fall Winter Maple Syrup Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- For sauce:
- Whisk all ingredients in heavy small saucepan over low heat until butter melts. Cool until slightly thickened, whisking occasionally. (Can be made 3 days ahead; chill.)
- For crêpes:
- Blend milk and eggs in blender until smooth. Add flour, butter, sugar and salt; blend until smooth batter forms. Chill 1 hour and up to 2 hours. Reblend for 10 seconds before using.
- Heat nonstick skillet with 8-inch bottom over medium-high heat; brush with oil. Pour scant 3 tablespoons batter into skillet. Rotate and shake skillet to spread batter over bottom. Cook until crêpe is brown at edges and appears dry on top, about 20 seconds. Turn crêpe over. Cook until brown spots form on bottom of crêpe, about 12 seconds. Turn crêpe out onto paper towel; cover with paper towel. Repeat, making about 26 crêpes and brushing skillet occasionally with oil. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap; chill.)
- For filling:
- Mix currants and rum in small bowl; let stand 15 minutes. Melt butter in large skillet over medium-high heat. Mix in pears and 1/4 cup sugar. Cook until pears are tender and brown, stirring often, about 10 minutes; cool.
- Beat cream cheese, eggs, peel, vanilla and 1/4 cup sugar in bowl. Beat in ricotta cheese; stir in pear and currant mixtures. Chill at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter 15x10x2-inch glass baking dish. Place 1 crêpe, spotted side up, on work surface. Shape 1/4 cup filling into 3-inch-long log in center of crêpe. Fold bottom of crêpe over filling. Fold in sides; roll up. Place seam side down in prepared dish. Repeat with remaining filling and crêpes.
- Cover dish with foil. Bake blintzes until thermometer inserted into center of filling registers 160°F to 170°F, about 45 minutes. Place 2 blintzes on each plate. Whisk sauce over low heat until just warm and smooth. Serve blintzes with sauce.
Tips:
- Select ripe, unblemished pears: Choose firm but ripe pears for the best flavor and texture. Avoid pears that are overly soft or have bruises or blemishes.
- Peel and core the pears: Use a sharp knife to peel the pears, then cut them in half and remove the cores. This will help the pears cook evenly and prevent the butter from becoming gritty.
- Use a variety of spices: Experiment with different spices to create a unique flavor profile for your pear butter. Some popular choices include cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and cardamom.
- Cook the pears slowly: Cook the pears over low heat until they are very soft and can be easily mashed. This will help develop the flavors and create a smooth, spreadable butter.
- Adjust the sweetness to your taste: Add sugar or honey to taste, if desired. You can also use a combination of sugar and spices to create a more complex flavor.
Conclusion:
Spiced pear butter is a delicious and versatile spread that can be enjoyed in many ways. It's perfect for spreading on toast, muffins, or crackers, or as a filling for pies and tarts. It can also be used as a glaze for roasted chicken or pork. With its rich flavor and smooth texture, spiced pear butter is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Get creative and experiment with different spices to create your own unique recipe.
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