My mother reminded me that my grandmother used to make pear and ginger jam with pears dropped to her door by a friend who obviously had a prolific tree. Pears are at their best for a very short ...

This recipe uses tinned pears and apricot jam - making it perfect for winter when there's little fresh fruit in season. Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6. Roll out the pastry on a lightly ...

Enjoy this sweet and spiced pear jam on toast with ham and eggs, on hot rolls with meat or as a spread on baked goods. Make multiple jars, then keep some for yourself and give some as gifts.