How to Pickle Pears
A how to guide on pickling using Harry & David pears
Materials
- 4 Harry & David® Royal Riviera® Pears peeled, cored and sliced 1/4 inch thick
- 1 ¼ cups apple cider vinegar
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon pickling spice
- 1 cinnamon stick
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon allspice
Instructions
- Divide the pears among two 8 ounce canning jars. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan, bring the vinegar, sugar, pickling spice, cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice to a boil of medium-high heat.
- Turn the heat to low and simmer until the sugar is dissolved. Discard the cinnamon stick.
- Carefully, divide the vinegar mixture between the two jars.
- Place the lid on the jars and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Notes
Pickled pears will last in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.