Pear Butter

Directions

1. 1
   Wash 8-10 pint jars in hot soapy water or in dish washer.
2. 2
   Keep hot until needed.
3. 3
   Prepare lids as manufacturer directs.
4. 4
   Place in a 6-quart pot.
5. 5
   Pour orange juice over fruit.
6. 6
   Stir in orange peel, sugar, spices and seed of vanilla bean.
7. 7
   Use a hand blender if need be to get a nice smooth puree.
8. 8
   Stirring constantly over medium heat, bring to a boil.
9. 9
   Ladle into hot jars 1 at a time, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
10. 10
    Release trapped air.
11. 11
    Wipe rim of jars with a clean damp cloth.
12. 12
    Attach lid.
13. 13
    Place in canner.
14. 14
    Process in a boiling-water bath.
15. 15
    For 15 minutes.