Pear Honey

Directions

1. 1
   Quarter pears, core and peel.
2. 2
   Cover with water and simmer until tender.
3. 3
   Drain pears, mash with potato masher, add lemon juice, grated lemon rind and sugar.
4. 4
   One quarter teaspoon cinnamon and 1/4 nutmeg may be added, if desired.
5. 5
   Cook quickly until the consistency of jam.
6. 6
   Stir carefully to avoid scorching. Pour into sterilized jars and seal with paraffin.
7. 7
   Makes 4 to 6 small jars.