Sherry Spiced Pears

Directions

1. 1
   Steam the pears in a large pot until tender but not soft.
2. 2
   In a medium sauce pan combine the water, sherry, sugar and spices and bring to a boil.
3. 3
   Boil all the alcohol off.
4. 4
   When the pears are done, let them cool then cut into bite size pieces.
5. 5
   Put the pear into your choice of canning jar and then add the hot sherry sauce to just below the rim.
6. 6
   Boil the full canning jars in a water bath for 12 minutes, and then cool on a rack.