Pear−Brandy Butter

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare canning jars.

2. 2

   Combine pears, sugar, orange juice, brandy and 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice in a heavy saucepan.

3. 3

   Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.

4. 4

   Reduce heat to a simmer, and cook slowly until the pears are very tender, about 30 to 35 minutes.

5. 5

   Spoon the mixture into a food processor or blender, and purée it, in batches if necessary, until it is smooth.

6. 6

   Return the mixture to the heat, and simmer over low heat, stirring frequently, until it is very thick, another 25 to 30 minutes.

7. 7

   Taste, and add remaining lemon juice, if needed.

8. 8

   Spoon the mixture into prepared jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.

9. 9

   Process according to manufacturer's directions, usually 10 minutes.