PEAR, GINGER, & SAGE MARMALADE
An easy pear marmalade flavored with ginger and sage. Perfect for cheese boards, morning toast, or gifting.
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Wooden spoon (flat edge works best)
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Ripe Pears - approximately 6 pears
- 2 cups Sugar
- 1 ½ Tablespoons Fresh Ginger, minced
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Sage, minced
- 2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Peel and chop pears.
- In a medium pot, mix together chopped pears, sugar, minced ginger, minced sage, and lemon juice.
- Set to medium heat and bring to a low-boil; then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 2 hours, stirring every 15 or so minutes to prevent sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly; and transfer to a clear jar for storage. Let set in refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
- Buon Appetito!
Notes
Serving & Garnish Tips:
- Savory pairing: Spread over crostini with ricotta or gorgonzola dolce.
- Sweet pairing: Drizzle over vanilla gelato for a rustic fall dessert.
- Charcuterie pairing: Works beautifully with sharp aged cheeses (Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pecorino Romano) and salty cured meats.
- Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks in an airtight jar.
- For longer storage, freeze in small portions (ice cube tray works!) and thaw as needed.
- If preferred, warm gently before serving to refresh flavor and texture.