Homemade Pear Sauce Canning Recipe

Ingredients

• 5 pounds of ripe pears (about 12-15 pears)
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for color and flavor)
• Large stockpot or canning pot
• Canning jars with lids and bands
• Water bath canner
• Canning tools (jar lifter, canning funnel, bubble remover)
• Ladle
• Kitchen towels
• Cutting board and knife
• Potato masher or immersion blender