HOMEMADE PEAR JAM

Homemade Pear Jam image

Provided by DelightfulDines

Time P1DT55m

Yield 64

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 pounds pears
¼ cup lemon juice
7 ½ cups white sugar
1 (1.75 ounce) package powdered fruit pectin

Steps:

Peel, pit, and finely chop pears. Place in a large pot and slightly crush if desired, but do not puree. Stir in lemon juice, followed by sugar. Bring mixture to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in pectin quickly.
Return to a full boil and boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim off any foam with a metal spoon.
Meanwhile, inspect canning jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
Ladle quickly into the prepared jars, filling within 1/8 inch of the tops. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 5 minutes.
Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.2 mg, Sugar 25.5 g