Simple Pear Jam

Directions

1. 1

   Step 1

   

   Wash and dry the pears thoroughly. Prepare a blender with a bowl, a saucepan, a 0.5-liter jar with a screw lid. Sterilize the jar and lid for 15-20 minutes over steam or in boiling water.

2. 2

   Step 2

   

   Cut off the top and bottom of the pears, halve them, and remove the core. Cut the fruit into small slices and place them in the blender bowl. Blend the pears until smooth.

3. 3

   Step 3

   

   Transfer the pear puree to the saucepan, add sugar, and mix thoroughly. Place the saucepan over low heat and bring the mass to a boil, stirring occasionally. After boiling, cook the jam for about 1 hour, stirring from time to time, until it darkens and thickens to a cream-like consistency.

4. 4

   Step 4

   

   Transfer the finished hot jam into the jar, close it tightly with the lid. Let the preparation cool to room temperature and store it in a dark place.

5. 5

   Step 5

   

   Serve the pear jam with shortbread cookies for dessert or with afternoon tea.