PEAR PICKLES

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Make and share this Pear Pickles recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories Pears

Time 19h20m

Yield 3 pints

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

6 lbs pears, peeled,cored and halved
4 cups water
2 teaspoons fresh fruit, mixed with the water in a large glass bowl
1 teaspoon pickling spices
1 teaspoon clove (whole)
1 inch gingerroot
3 cups white sugar
1 1/2 cups white vinegar (thats at least 5 percent acidity)
1/2 cup lemon slice (thin-around 1 small lemon)

Steps:

As you prepare the pears add them to the fruit fresh bath.
Tie pickling spice, cloves and ginger root in a spice bag.
Prepare liquid by combining the spice bags, sugar, water, vinegar and lemon slices in a large stainless steel or enamel saucepan.
Bring to a boil, cover and boil gently for 5 min.
Transfer pears to pickling liquid to create a single layer.
Cook 7 minutes.
Remove and place in a large bowl.
Repeat until all pears are cooked.
When all the pears are cooked pour the pickling liquid over them.
Cover and let stand 12-18 hours-in a cool place.
Pack pears in clean hot jars-remove spice bags and bring liquid to a boil.
Pour over pears leaving 1/2 inch head space.
Seal and process 15 minutes at altitudes up to 1000 feet.

Larisa Tauas

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I would not recommend this recipe. The pickles were bland and unappetizing.

nwajide chibuike

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These pickles are just okay. I was expecting something more flavorful.

Gia Horcajo

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I followed the recipe exactly, but my pickles turned out too soft. I think I overcooked them.

ItzSky

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These pickles are a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar next time.

Miss Tatame

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I love the crunchy texture of these pickles. They're the perfect snack to munch on.

Arman Gazi

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These pickles are a great way to add a bit of sweetness and acidity to your favorite dishes. I've used them in salads, sandwiches, and even cocktails.