Pear-adise Butter - Homemade food gift

Pear-adise Butter

Vanilla and rosemary accent this smooth spread that positively shouts "pears" throughout. Spread some on ordinary bread and you'll have a fruity feast.

Kristina Pontier Hillsboro, Oregon

4 cups pear juice

4 pounds pears, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 vanilla bean (3 inch) split in half lengthwise

3 fresh rosemary sprigs (4 inchs)
1 teaspoon white balsamic vinegar

In a large saucepan, bring pear juice to a boil; cook for 30 minutes or until reduced to 1 cup. Stir in pears and salt; return to boil, reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until pears are tender. Cool slightly

Transfer the pear mixture to a food processor, cover and process until smooth. Return to the pan; add vanilla bean. Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat, simmer, uncovered for 65-75 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally

Remove from heat. Discard vanilla bean. Stir in rosemary and vinegar; cover and let stand for 30 minutes.

Discard rosemary. Cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. 

YIELDS ; 2 cups