This pear relish is a great topping for hot dogs or even tortilla chips. A great way to use extra pears.
Ingredients
- pears: 12 piece
- onions: 3 piece (chopped)
- green bell peppers, seeded and: 3 piece (chopped)
- Jalapeno peppers: 4 piece (chopped)
- apple cider vinegar: 2 cups
- white sugar: 2 cups
- ounces prepared mustard: 9 piece
- salt: 1 Tbsp
- (1 pint) canning jars with lids and rings: 10 piece (or as needed)
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Stages of cooking
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Place pears into a large stockpot and add water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to cool, then peel, core, and coarsely chop.
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Working in batches, process chopped pears, onions, green bell peppers, and jalapeño peppers in a food processor until finely chopped. Transfer pears and vegetables, including any juice, to a large pot.
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Stir in vinegar, sugar, mustard, and salt until well combined. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until flavors are blended and relish is thickened, about 1 hour.
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Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack relish into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with the lids and screw on the rings.
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Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for about 20 minutes or the amount of time recommended for your area.
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Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.
