Pear Honey

Directions

1. 1
   Chop pears finely (not pureed); measure pears to equal 4 cups. Combine pears and sugar in heavy saucepan.
2. 2
   Bring mixture slowly to a boil, stirring frequently, until sugar dissolves.
3. 3
   Reduce heat; simmer 45 minutes, stirring frequently.
4. 4
   Add drained pineapple.
5. 5
   Cook 5 minutes longer.
6. 6
   Spoon hot mixture into hot sterilized jars.
7. 7
   Leave 1/4-inch headspace.
8. 8
   Wipe jar rims.
9. 9
   Cover at once with metal sterilized lids.
10. 10
    Screw on bands.
11. 11
    Process 10 minutes in boiling water bath.
12. 12
    Yields 6 1/2 pints.