Steve's Fall Pear Sauce

Ingredients

• 4 large pears, peeled, cored, and chopped
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup water

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the pears, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, salt, and water.
2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
3. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pears are very soft, about 15 minutes.
4. Using a potato masher, mash the pears until desired consistency is reached.

Interesting Facts

• Pears are a source of dietary fiber, vitamin C and copper.
• Pear sauce is a popular topping for ice cream, pancakes, and waffles.
• This recipe makes 3 cups of pear sauce.