Pear Jam

Before starting this Pear Jam recipe, make sure you have organised all the necessary ingredients.

Peel the pears...

... then cut into quarters...

... and in small cubes.

Place the pears in a saucepan.

Squeeze the lemon using a stainless steel citrus fruit squeezer...

... and add to the pears.

Cut the vanilla pod in half, lengthwise.

Add the vanilla pod to the pears...

... followed by the sugar. Combine with a wooden spatula.

Place the saucepan on the stove and bring to a boil.

Cook until the temperature reaches 105-110°C. The use of a digital thermometer is recommended.

Skim the surface frequently.

When cooked...

... fill the jars with the boiling jam.

Seal the jars hermetically and flip them upside down on the table.

Let the jam cool in this position to ensure optimal sterilization.