4 cups Bartlett pears, peeled & diced
3 cups cranberries
2 cups raspberries
2 1/2 cups sugar
2/3 cup orange juice
1 tbsp orange zest, finely grated
1 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp ground allspice
1/4 tsp ground cloves
4 tbsp orange liqueur
- Bring all ingredients up to a simmer in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepot, stirring often.
- Simmer for about 15 minutes, until pears are tender and cranberries have popped.
- Pack into sterilized jars and seal, or store refrigerated for up to 4 weeks.
Holiday Fruit Preserve can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Makes 8 cups.
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