Pear Jam

115g of fruit per 100g of finished product.

The delicate sweetness and grainy texture of the pear, preserved in an exceptionally fruit-rich jam.

Pear Jam of the Trappist Monastery of Vitorchiano

Pear Jam is a top-quality product, prepared with care and dedication by the Trappist Nuns of Vitorchiano. It stands out for its exceptionally high fruit content: a full 115 grams of pears per 100 grams of finished product. This high concentration is a sign of excellent quality and guarantees a pure, sweet, and aromatic pear flavor, with its typical slightly grainy texture.
The recipe is simple, as per monastic tradition: only select pears, sugar, and a touch of lemon juice to balance the sweetness. The monastery's slow, artisanal processing preserves the pear's aroma and texture, offering a jam that lends itself to a variety of uses, from breakfast to the most refined savory pairings.

The roots of this jam are deep in monastic wisdom

The pear, with its delicate sweetness, is a fruit that pairs well with preserves. In monasteries, making preserves was a fundamental activity that required patience and a profound respect for the raw material.
The Trappist Nuns continue this ancient art, concentrating the fruit in a way that maximizes its organoleptic qualities. This pear jam, rich in fruit, is the result of painstaking work that honors tradition and the authenticity of the ingredients.

Choosing Pear Jam means taking care of yourself

The exceptional pear content (115g/100g) ensures a significant intake of soluble and insoluble fiber, which is essential for digestive health. Pears are also known for their mineral content and for being a highly digestible fruit.
Being a handcrafted product with a short and clear list of ingredients (just fruit, sugar, and lemon), it is a conscious choice, free from preservatives, colorings, or artificial thickeners, perfect for those who want a tasty, genuine product with a very high fruit content.

Best Use: Pear Jam 380g

• GOURMET CHEESE PAIRING

The sweetness and consistency of the pear make it the ideal match for cheeses, especially those with medium and long maturation, such as ours. Seasoned Ancestral Pecorino 200g. Also perfect with the Lazio buffalo ricotta and a pinch of cinnamon.

• BREAKFAST AND ENERGY SNACK

Perfect spread on toast or biscuits. For a complete and crunchy snack, try it paired with... Organic Sorrento Walnuts 500g chopped.

• FILLING FOR CAKES AND BISCUITS

It is an excellent filling for tarts and pies, and its flavour marries beautifully with the 71% Organic Dark Chocolate 100g and warm spices, such as cinnamon or ginger.

The Producer: Trappist Monastery of Vitorchiano

Il Trappist Monastery of Vitorchiano It is renowned for its high-quality artisanal production. Le Monache combines spirituality with dedication, creating food products distinguished by the authenticity of their ingredients, the simplicity of their recipes, and the meticulous craftsmanship they employ.

Ingredients

Pears, sugar, lemon juice. Fruit used per 100g of finished product: 115g. Single piece: 380g jar. Store in the refrigerator after opening.

Nutritional values ​​(average nutritional values ​​per 100g)

• Energy: 179kcal /797kj
• Fat: 0,1g (of which saturated fatty acids <0,1g)
• Carbohydrates: 44g (of which sugars: 44g)
• Protein 0,4g
• Salt 2,45mg

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