Grandma’s Spiced Pear Preserves
Grandma’s Spiced Pear Preserves balance lush, tender pears with a warm blend of nutmeg and allspice, creating a cozy sweetness that’s both nostalgic and brightened with a hint of lemon. Spread it on buttered toast, spoon over yogurt, or pair with sharp cheeses for brunch boards and holiday breakfasts. The silky texture and gentle spice make it a comforting jar to keep on hand year-round.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves48
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Grandma’s Spiced Pear Preserves, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 20 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 7 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 50 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 74
- Heart Health
- 50
- Metabolic
- 20
- Digestive
- 37
- Inflammatory
- 9
- Performance
- 24
- General Wellness
- 1
Check six (1/2-pint) jars for cracks and the rings for rust, discarding any that are defective. Submerge them in simmering water for 10 minutes. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm, soapy water.
- 2
Meanwhile, combine the pears, water, and lemon juice in a large saucepan. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in the pectin and bring to a full boil. Add the white sugar; boil and stir until the sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Take off the heat; stir in the brown sugar, allspice, and nutmeg.
- 3
Pack the pear preserves into hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch of headspace. Slide a clean knife or thin spatula around the inside of each jar to release any air bubbles. Wipe the rims with a damp paper towel to remove residue. Place the lids on and screw the rings on tightly.
- 4
Set a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill it halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower the jars, spaced 2 inches apart, into the boiling water with a holder. Add more boiling water to cover the jars by at least 1 inch. Return to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
- 5
Lift the jars out of the stockpot and let them rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to confirm it does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and keep the jars in a cool, dark place.
- Calories 153.95 kcal Moderate 8%
- Protein 0.04 g Low Source 0%
- Carbohydrate 40.33 g 15%
- Total Fat 0.06 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.04 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.14 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 2.01 mg Low Source 0%
- Dietary Fiber 1.79 g Low Source 6%
- Total Sugars 39.31 g --
- Added Sugars 0.21 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 0.84 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.09 mg Low Source 1%
- Potassium 1.64 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.21 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.29 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
About This Recipe
Grandma's Spiced Pear Preserves is made with 8 ingredients and serves 48. It takes about 45 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Brown Sugar, Ground Allspice, Ground Nutmeg, and Lemon Juice. Each serving provides about 153.95 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grandma’s Spiced Pear Preserves made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Sugar, Ground Allspice, Ground Nutmeg, Lemon Juice, Powdered Sugar. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Grandma’s Spiced Pear Preserves?
- About 45 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 153.95 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grandma’s Spiced Pear Preserves easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 8 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Grandma’s Spiced Pear Preserves healthy?
- Grandma’s Spiced Pear Preserves has an easyChef Pro health score of 27/100. Per serving, it provides 153.95 calories and 0.04 g of protein, or 0% of the Daily Value. It contains Citrus, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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