Chunky Pear Butter with a Lemon Twist

Try this sweet, rich colored, butter-like spread made with ripe pears and a hint of lemon Liqueur. So easy to make and oh so good on toast or hot biscuits. If you prefer a lighter colored butter use white sugar in place of brown sugar.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
• Calories: 26 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups packed brown sugar
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• ½ cup water
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons limoncello liqueur
• 5 pounds pears - peeled, cored and diced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place the pears and water into a pot or large saucepan. Cook over medium heat until pears are soft, about 30 minutes. Sterilize six half-pint jars and keep warm.

Step 2

Transfer pears to a food processor and pulse until they reach your desired consistency. Return to the pan, and stir in the brown sugar, lemon zest, nutmeg, almond extract and limoncello. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches a thick consistency like butter, about 1 hour.

Step 3

Ladle the pear butter into the sterile jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Seal with lids and rings. Process in a hot water bath for 10 minutes to ensure a seal.