SLOW-COOKER PEAR AND APPLE BUTTER

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Place this spread in decorative jars for gifts, but save some for yourself -- it's great on toast or pancakes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Yield Makes 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 1/2 pounds Bartlett or Anjou pears (about 5)
2 1/2 pounds McIntosh or Gala apples (about 5)
1 cup packed dark-brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1 cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • Peel, quarter, and core pears and apples. In a food processor, finely grate fruit (in batches, if necessary), then transfer to a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Stir in dark-brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon stick. Cover and cook on high, 4 hours.
  • Remove cinnamon stick and reserve. Transfer mixture to processor (in batches, if necessary) and process until smooth. Return to slow cooker, along with cinnamon stick, and cook on high, uncovered, until mixture is thick and browned, 4 hours. Discard cinnamon stick and let mixture cool. Transfer to airtight containers and refrigerate, up to 3 weeks, or freeze, up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 g, Fiber 1 g

md junaid hossain
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This pear and apple butter is a must-try for any fall gathering. It's the perfect addition to a cheese plate or charcuterie board.


Danjuma D Jauro
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I'm always looking for new ways to use up my fall fruit, and this pear and apple butter is the perfect solution. It's a delicious and easy way to enjoy the flavors of the season.


Noobgod 2020
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This pear and apple butter is so versatile. I've used it on toast, pancakes, waffles, and even ice cream. It's delicious every time.


Idemudia Sandra family tv
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I love the way this pear and apple butter smells while it's cooking. It fills my house with a warm, inviting aroma.


SABBIR bot
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This pear and apple butter is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. It's also very easy to make. I highly recommend this recipe.


jafor ahmed (Khan)
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I've never made pear and apple butter before, but this recipe made it so easy. I'm so glad I tried it, because it's now one of my favorite fall recipes.


Natalya Elam
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making this pear and apple butter again and again.


Dipak Yadav
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I made this pear and apple butter for the first time last week, and it was a huge success. My kids loved it on their toast, and I even used it as a glaze for my pork chops.


Yaqoob Khan Yousafzai
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This pear and apple butter is the perfect fall treat. It's warm, comforting, and delicious. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Auggie Johnson
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have pears and apples on hand, so I can make this pear and apple butter whenever I want.


Sameer Shah
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This recipe is so easy to follow, and the results are amazing. The pear and apple butter is thick and flavorful, and it has the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.


Engr val Clint
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I've made this pear and apple butter a few times now, and it's always a hit. My family and friends love the sweet-tart flavor, and it's the perfect addition to toast, pancakes, or waffles.


Fison Birhanu
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This pear and apple butter is a delicious and easy way to use up your fall fruit. I love the way the flavors of the pears and apples meld together, and the addition of spices like cinnamon and nutmeg gives it a warm, comforting flavor.