Source: Androsov858, AdobeStockPears easily cook down into jam or fruit spread. That's why, if you want to preserve the fruit pieces, it's best not to chop them too finely. The most delicious jam is made from pear slices, and we've already gathered 12 proven recipes for you!
1. Pear Jam Slices in Syrup
Source: wildberries.ruA simple-to-prepare option that also cooks in one go.
You will need: 1 kg pears, 1 kg sugar, 2 cups water, 0.5 tsp citric acid, 2 pinches vanilla.
Preparation: Boil a uniform syrup from water and sugar. Add citric acid, vanilla, and sliced pears. Bring to a boil again and cook the jam to your desired thickness.
2. Amber Pear Jam Slices
Source: kkmperm.ruThe main thing is not to add water, so the jam's color turns out truly amber.
You will need: 1 kg pears, 1 kg sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon.
Preparation: Slice the pears, cover them with sugar, and leave for a couple of hours. Bring the mixture to a boil, add cinnamon, and cook the jam over minimal heat for about 40 minutes. Seal in sterilized jars for winter.
3. Five-Minute Pear Jam Slices
Source: pro-orehi.ruTo prevent the pears from remaining hard, don't slice them too thickly.
You will need: 1 kg pears, 1 kg sugar, 1 cup water.
Preparation: Slice the pears, add water and sugar, leave for 2 hours, and bring to a boil. Cook for 5 minutes and let the mixture cool. Then cook for another 5 minutes and let cool again. Cook for a third time for 5 minutes and spoon the jam into sterilized jars.
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4. Pear Jam with Lemon
Source: koketta.ruPear jam is always quite sweet, so sometimes you want to balance it with something.
You will need: 800 g pears, 600 g sugar, 1 lemon.
Preparation: Slice the pears and thinly slice the lemon. Cover everything with sugar and leave for a couple of hours. Bring the jam to a boil and cook for 30 minutes over low heat.
5. Pear Jam with Orange
Source: mrfilin.comThis time, we suggest using orange juice and zest, not whole fruits.
You will need: 800 g pears, 700 g sugar, 2 oranges.
Preparation: Slice the pears, add sugar and orange juice, and add zest to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, cook for 10 minutes, and let cool. Then cook the jam again for another 15 minutes and seal in sterilized jars.
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6. Pear Jam in Honey Syrup
Source: vego-kolbasa.ruFor those who love sweets but don't consume white sugar.
You will need: 2 kg pears, 1 liter water, 1 cup honey, 1 tsp citric acid.
Preparation: Boil water with honey, cook for 2 minutes, and add citric acid. Add the sliced pears, bring to a boil again, and cook until the syrup thickens.
7. Pear Jam with Lingonberries
Source: pro-orehi.ruYou can use another tart berry following the same principle.
You will need: 1.5 kg pears, 800 g lingonberries, 1 lemon, 600 ml water, 1 kg sugar, spices.
Preparation: Pour water over the lingonberries, bring to a boil, and cook for 20 minutes. Strain the mixture through a sieve and add lemon juice, sugar, spices, and sliced pears. Bring the jam to a boil and cook over low heat for 30-40 minutes.
8. Pear and Apple Jam Slices
Source: koketta.ruWe recommend choosing pears and apples of roughly the same firmness.
You will need: 600 g pears, 600 g apples, 1 kg sugar, 2 cups water, 1 cinnamon stick.
Preparation: Boil a syrup from water and sugar, and add cinnamon. Cook it for a couple of minutes and then add the sliced fruits. Bring to a boil again and cook the jam for another half hour, stirring.
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9. Pear Jam with Melon
Source: pinterest.comAdd sugar carefully, as the jam will be very sweet.
You will need: 1 kg pears, 400 g melon pulp, 800 g sugar, 1 cup water, 1 lemon, 0.5 tsp vanilla.
Preparation: Slice the pear and melon, cover them with sugar, and leave for a couple of hours. Pour in water, add vanilla and sliced lemon. Bring everything to a boil and cook the jam for half an hour over low heat. Seal in sterilized jars.
10. Pear Jam with Cranberries and Orange
Source: ideireceptov.ruOptionally, add a little cinnamon or vanilla.
You will need: 1.5 kg pears, 800 g cranberries, 2 oranges, 500 ml water, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Pour water over the cranberries, cook until soft, and strain through a sieve. Add sugar and orange juice, and cook the syrup until uniform. Add the sliced pears and cook the jam for another 40 minutes over low heat.
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11. Pear Jam in a Multicooker
Source: pinterest.comIf you're not in the mood to stand by the stove – here's a jam recipe for a multicooker!
You will need: 800 g pears, 100 ml water, 500 g sugar, 1/2 lemon.
Preparation: Slice the pear, and finely chop the lemon in a blender. Put all ingredients into the multicooker bowl and leave for a couple of hours. Select the "Stew" mode for 45 minutes and wait for the program to finish.
12. Pear and Quince Jam Slices
Source: novyefoto.ruFor an original piquancy, add a piece of ginger root.
You will need: 600 g pears, 600 g quince, 1 lemon, 1 kg sugar, 2 cups water.
Preparation: Peel the pears and quince, cover all the peels with water, and add lemon zest. Add sugar, cook until dissolved, and then for another 2-3 minutes. Strain the syrup and bring it to a boil again. Add lemon juice and pear and quince slices, cook the jam for another 30-40 minutes over low heat.