Pears for the Holidays: DIY gifts with

The Produce Moms & Sage Fruit

March 11, 2021

There’s no need for last minute gifts, during the holidays or otherwise, to be
stressful or complicated. Follow along as Lori from the Produce Moms and
Kaci from Sage Fruit demonstrate how to make easy, affordable and
homemade gifts that everyone is sure to love.

We’ve created a list of what you’ll need. Gather your ingredients and create
these delightful gifts along with us!

Slow Cooker Vanilla Spiced Pear Butter

Yields 8, 8oz jars

• 7-8lbs Pears (any variety)

• 1 lemon
• 1 orange
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3/4 tsp cardamom (or allspice or clove)
• 3/4 tsp nutmeg (or pumpkin pie spice)
• 8oz jars
DIY Gift Basket

• Pears the star of the show!

• Something Tall: Bottle of wine or Sparkling Cider/Water, Bottle
of Balsamic Vinegar, Jar of Honey, etc.
• Something Salty: Nuts, Pretzels, or Crackers
• Something Sweet: Dates, Candy, or Chocolates
• Something Savoury: Cheese wedge or Olives
• Tissue paper
• Gift Basket OR a Shoe Box + Gift Wrap