Pear Honey

Peel, quarter and core the 15 pears. Place 12 of the pears in a stainless steel or enamel Dutch oven or 3 quart saucepan.

Coarsely chop the remaining 3 pears. Place them and the water in a blender. Process until pureed. Pour into the pan with the pear quarters.

Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Stir in the sweetener. Cook until pears are tender, about 30 minutes.

Puree the cooked fruit in batches using a blender or food processor. The puree should be about the consistency of honey. If it is too thin, return it to the pan and boil it down a bit. If too thick, dilute with a little juice.

Pour into jars, and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.