SLOW-COOKER PEAR BUTTER

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This is a tasty spread for toast, muffins, biscuits or any of your favorite breads. It is easy to make and has a rich pear flavor with hints of cinnamon, star anise and lemon. -Geraldine Saucier, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 6h25m

Yield 6 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
4-5 star anise points (about 1/2 whole)
5 pounds pears, peeled and chopped (about 12 cups)
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Place spices on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose spices; tie securely with string. In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, toss remaining ingredients. Add spice bag, covering with pears., Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until pears are tender. Remove spice bag., Puree pear mixture using an immersion blender. Or, cool slightly and puree mixture in a blender in batches; return to slow cooker., Cook, uncovered, on high 1-2 hours or until mixture is thickened to desired consistency, stirring occasionally. Store cooled pear butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 1 week. Freeze option: Freeze cooled pear butter in freezer containers up to 3 months. Liquids expand as they freeze, so leave extra room at the top of the freezer container. To use, thaw in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Muqadder Ishaq
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good pear butter recipe for a while now. This one is definitely a keeper.


Al Hassan
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This pear butter is so good! I love the way the flavors of the pears, cinnamon, and nutmeg come together. It's the perfect fall treat.


Fancy Milton
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I made this pear butter for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! It's the perfect fall treat.


Paula Gomes
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This pear butter is the perfect way to use up ripe pears. It's easy to make and it's so delicious. I love to spread it on toast or crackers.


Chadwick Cowherd
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I've never been a big fan of pear butter, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful. I love the way it pairs with sharp cheddar cheese.


Ariba Mehmood
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This pear butter is the perfect fall treat. It's warm, comforting, and delicious. I love to spread it on toast with a little bit of cinnamon and honey.


Tseries I series
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I made this pear butter for my family and they loved it. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to use up ripe pears.


Akinmoju Shola
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This pear butter is delicious! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love the way it spreads on toast.


Umar Umar
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good pear butter recipe for a while now. This one is definitely a keeper.


Susan Thompson
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This pear butter is so good! I love the way the flavors of the pears, cinnamon, and nutmeg come together. It's the perfect fall treat.


Jen Mathie
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I've never made pear butter before, but this recipe made it so easy. It turned out perfect! I will definitely be making this again.


Ruel Knight
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This pear butter is the perfect fall treat. It's warm, comforting, and delicious. I love to spread it on toast with a little bit of cinnamon.


Istikan Aj
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I made this pear butter for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Musa Chaudhary
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This pear butter is easy to make and so delicious. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it do its thing. It's the perfect way to use up ripe pears.


almamun mamun
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I'm not a huge fan of pears, but I love this pear butter. It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on toast, waffles, pancakes, and even in a smoothie. It's delicious every time.


Sunday Good good
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I've been making pear butter for years, but this recipe is by far the best. The slow cooker method gives the pears a chance to really develop their flavor, and the result is a rich, complex butter that is perfect for spreading on toast, waffles, or p


charles obeleagu
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This pear butter is amazing! I made it last week and it was a huge hit with my family and friends. The flavor is perfect - not too sweet, not too tart. And the texture is smooth and creamy. I will definitely be making this again and again.