5 qt. pears
4 1/2 c. sugar
1 lemon, sliced
10 to 15 cloves

Cover pears with water. Add sugar and cook down about 30 minutes over low heat. Add sliced lemon and cloves. Cook uncovered 2 hours over medium heat, turn up a little and cook 1 hour longer until pears are tender and juice is thickened. Pour into hot sterilized jars and seal.