Pear and Ginger Preserves

Makes about 2½ cups

1 pound thinly sliced pears (weigh after peeling and coring) 1 cup granulated sugar ¼ cup powdered pectin 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2-3 tablespoons candied ginger bits (to taste) 1 teaspoon grated fresh lemon zest ¼ teaspoon powdered ginger

Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon): Calories 43 (1% from fat) • carb. 11g • pro. 0g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 4mg • calc. 5mg • fiber 0g

Place all ingredients in the order listed in the bread pan fitted with the kneading paddle. Place the bread pan in the Cuisinart® Automatic Breadmaker. Press menu button to select the Jam program. Press Start/Stop. For best mixing results, scrape the pan 10 to 15 minutes after the program has started. When cycle is complete, spoon into clean dry jars. Let cool, then cover. Store in refrigerator for about 4 to 6 weeks.