Sauces and Dressings

Pear and Ginger Preserves

Makes about 2½ cups

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Pear and Ginger Preserves

Makes about 2½ cups

Jam Program

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
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  1. Pear and Ginger Preserves-1

Ingredients

1 pound thinly sliced pears (weigh after peeling and coring)1 cup granulated sugar¼ cup powdered pectin3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice2-3 tablespoons candied ginger bits (to taste)1 teaspoon grated fresh lemon zest¼ teaspoon powdered ginger

Preparation

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.

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