PEAR-ADISE BUTTER

Pear-adise Butter image

Vanilla and rosemary accent this thick, smooth butter that positively shouts "pears" throughout. Spread some on ordinary bread and you'll have a fruity feast. -Kristina Pontier, Hillsboro, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 2h15m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 cups pear juice
4 pounds pears, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 vanilla bean (3 inches), split in half lengthwise
3 fresh rosemary sprigs (4 inches)
1 teaspoon white balsamic vinegar

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring pear juice to a boil; cook 30 minutes or until reduced to 1 cup. Stir in pears and salt; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook 15-20 minutes or until pears are tender. Cool slightly., Transfer pear mixture to a food processor; cover and process until smooth. Return to the pan; add vanilla bean. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 65-75 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. , Remove from heat. Discard vanilla bean. Stir in rosemary and vinegar; cover and let stand 30 minutes. , Discard rosemary. Cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 40mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein.