Ginger Pears

Directions

1. 1
   Cut pears in half; pare and core.
2. 2
   Combine ginger, sugar, water and lemon juice in large frying pan; heat, stirring constantly, to boiling; add pears.
3. 3
   Simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until tender but still firm enough to hold their shape.
4. 4
   Lift from syrup with slotted spoon and pack into hot sterilized jars.
5. 5
   Cook syrup 15 minutes longer or until reduced to about half the amount; pour over pears in jars to fill to rim.
6. 6
   Seal, following manufacturer's directions.
7. 7
   Cool jars, label and date.