Honey-Pear Preserves With Ginger

Ingredients

Directions

1. 1

   Wash and sterilize 5 half-pint canning jars and rings.

2. 2

   Combine all ingredients except ginger root.

3. 3

   Cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is of spreading consistency.

4. 4

   Spoon hot mixture into hot sterilized jars to within 1/2-inch from top.

5. 5

   Slice ginger root (no need to peel) into 5 slices. Add a slice of ginger to each jar, pushing it into the preserves.

6. 6

   Seal with new lids and rings and process in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove from water and listen for "ping" to make sure the jars seal. Store in a cool, dark spot. Let sit to age and get ginger flavor melded, for about 1-2 weeks before using.