Add1 kg of small corella pears that have been peeled leaving the stem intact .
Gently simmer for 12 minutes .
Remove from the heat and carefully pack the pears into sterilised jars .
Add 1 small cinnamon quill , 3 green cardamom pods , 2 whole star anise and a few strips of preserved lemon zest or a few strips of fresh lemon zest .
Then fill the jars with the vinegar syrup and seal while hot .
Serve the pickled spice pear sliced on a cheese board with your favourite cheeses or with pickled pork , corned silverside or game .
This is similar to a Dutch recipe my mother used to make called in Dutch "Stoofpeertjes" They are stewed pears. Mainly served warm or cold as a side dish to Roast Beef but can be served cold by themselves or with cream as a dessert.
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