Ingredients:

  • 2 medium-sized ripe pears (about 400g), peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 2 medium-sized apples (about 300g), peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) water or apple juice
  • 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) of unsweetened apple cider or juice (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Peel, core, and chop pears and apples.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine chopped pears, apples, water (or apple juice), brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), salt, and lemon juice.
  3. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Cover and reduce heat to low, simmer for about 15-20 minutes until fruits are tender.
  4. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Use an immersion blender or regular blender to puree to desired smoothness.
  5. Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness or spices as preferred.
  6. Let cool before serving or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.