GINGER-PEAR MARMALADE

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Make and share this Ginger-Pear Marmalade recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Suzie_Q

Categories     Pears

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 half pints, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

10 cups peeled cored and sliced pears (about 4 1/2 lbs.)
1 orange, juice and zest of, grated
1 lemon, juice and zest of, grated
6 cups granulated sugar
2 inches piece gingerroot, tied in double layer of cheesecloth

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan.
  • Stir; let stand about 1 hour until pears release their juice.
  • Heat and stir until it comes to a boil.
  • Cook uncovered, stirring often until pears are mushy.
  • Cook rapidly, stirring constantly until jam stage is reached. This will take about 55 minutes.
  • Discard spice bag, skim if needed.
  • Pour into hot sterilized half pint jars to within 1/4 inch of top. Place sterilized metal lids on jars and screw metal bands on securely. For added assurance against spoilage, you may choose to process in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1904.3, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 6.7, Carbohydrate 494.5, Fiber 19.5, Sugar 453.9, Protein 2.8

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