Pineapple Pecan Conserve Recipes

PINEAPPLE-PECAN CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add the cheddar cheese, 3/4 cup pecans, pineapple, chilies, red pepper and garlic powder; beat until combined. Transfer to a serving dish. Cover and refrigerate until serving., Sprinkle with remaining pecans just before serving. Serve with vegetables.

PINEAPPLE PECAN CHEESE BALL

Steps:

• In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Stir in the pineapple, green pepper, onions, seasonings and 1/2 cup pecans. Place on a sheet of plastic wrap; shape into a ball. Refrigerate overnight. , Just before serving, roll cheese ball in remaining pecans. Serve with crackers.

AWARD WINNING PINEAPPLE PRESERVES

Steps:

• Bring pineapple and sugar to a boil in a large saucepan and cook 20 minutes, stirring constantly until thickened or until the temperature reaches 220F on a thermometer (this is the jelling stage at sea level).
• Pour immediately into hot sterilized jars; wipe rims with a clean cloth, place lids and screw on bands fingertip-tight.
• Process jars in a water-bath canner for 5 minutes.
• Place jars on a clean towel.
• Cover with towel to prevent drafts and let cool undisturbed for 24 hours.

PINEAPPLE PECAN CONSERVE

Steps:

• Combine pineapple, pears and lemon juice.
• Bring to a boil, add sugar, water, and pecans.
• Simmer about 10 minutes or until pineapple and pears are translucent.
• Remove from heat and stir in liquid pectin.
• Pour into sterilized canning jars and seal at once.