Pear Preserves - cooking recipe

Ingredients

16 c. peeled, sliced pears
4 c. sugar
juice of 1 lemon
2 c. water

Preparation

In large pot, simmer all ingredients over medium heat approximately 45 minutes, until pears are tender and syrup is thick.
Ladle into hot sterilized jars to 1/4-inch from top.
Boil lids and seal.
Process 5 minutes in boiling water bath, if desired.
Makes 4 1/2 pints (9 cups).