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Makes about 3 cups
2 pounds firm, ripe Northwest d’Anjou or
Bosc Pears (or combination)
1 package (9-ounce) Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid
Mission or Calimyrna Figs
1/2 cup orange juice or white wine (savory variation only)
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 to 4 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
Flavoring, suggestions follow (optional)
Peel and core pears; cut into 3/4-inch pieces. Remove stems
and cut figs into 1/2-inch pieces. Combine pears, figs, juice
and salt in large, heavy
saucepan.
Cover and bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer
for 25 to 35 minutes or until fruit is tender but still holds its shape;
stir occasionally. Stir in brown sugar and flavoring, if desired. Serve
warm or
at room temperature.
Flavoring:
-Classic Cinnamon-Clove: Stir in 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves and 1/2 teaspoon
ground cinnamon.
-Ginger - Five Spice: Stir in 2 to 3 tablespoons finely chopped candied
ginger and 1/8 teaspoon Chinese Five Spice Seasoning (optional).
-Savory White Wine and Thyme: Use white wine instead of juice. Sauté 1/4
cup chopped shallots in 1 tablespoon butter until soft. Stir in 3/4 teaspoon
dry thyme leaves.
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