Canned Pears

Put I teasp each of cinnamon and nutmeg in a little cteese cloth bag and drop it into a syrup made of 1 1/2 lbs sugar and 1 1/2 cups water. Slice in 2 lemons, pits removed, and let boil until it thickens like syrup. Then add 3 lbs ripe pears, weighed after peeling, and cook until the pears are done and of a delicate pink color. Remove the spice bag before pouring into jars. Seal while hot.-[C. B. H., Mich.

Chipped or Spiced Pears

Cut 8 lbs pears into small dice or chips, cover with 6 lbs sugar, and let stand over night. Next morning add the grated rind and juice of 3 lemons and 2 ozs white ginger root. Simmer slowly about 3 hours and can while hot.- [Mrs. L. G., Cal.