1-First, start by preparing your pears: peel, core, and cut 8 to 10 pears into 1-inch pieces. This sets the stage for even cooking and helps bring out their natural sweetness. Once that’s done, combine the pears with 1/4 cup water, 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract in a large saucepan.

2-Next, bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, which kickstarts the softening process. Then, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring now and then until the pears become soft and tender. This step is key to developing that rich flavor without any added sugar.

3-After simmering, use an immersion blender to puree everything until it’s completely smooth, or mash it with a potato masher for a chunkier feel. If you don’t have an immersion blender, cool the mixture a bit and transfer it to a food processor or blender. Finally, let it cool, then pour into containers, cover, and refrigerate it keeps for about one week, or you can freeze or can it for later.