7 lbs. ripe Bartlett pears
1 lemon
2 (14 oz.) pkgs. raisins
6 3/4 c. sugar
1 tbsp. cloves, ground
1 tbsp. cinnamon
1 tbsp. nutmeg
1 tbsp. allspice
1 tsp. ginger
1 c. vinegar

Core and peel pears. Cut lemon into quarters, removing seeds. Put pears, lemon and raisins through food chopper. Combine remaining ingredients in a large kettle. Add chopped fruit mixture. Bring to a boil over medium heat; simmer 40 to 42 minutes. Prepare jars and lids; carefully pour mixture into hot pint jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space. Remove air bubbles with spatula. Adjust lids. Process 25 minutes in water bath canner. Makes 9 pints.