Delicious Chunky Pear Butter Infused with Zesty Lemon Flavor

This homemade chunky pear butter with a lemon twist is a perfect blend of sweet pears and tangy lemon flavors. It's great as a spread on toast, mixed into yogurt, or even as a topping for ice cream.

Ingredients

• 6-8 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and chopped
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp cloves
• 1/4 tsp salt

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, combine the chopped pears, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and spices.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the pears are soft and the mixture thickens, about 30-40 minutes.
3. Mash the cooked pears with a potato masher or blend with an immersion blender for a smoother consistency.
4. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the desired thickness is reached.
5. Remove from heat and let cool before transferring to jars for storage.
6. Enjoy your chunky pear butter with a lemon twist on toast, yogurt, or as a dessert topping!

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