Pear Brandy

1 firm-ripe pear

3 cups (750 ml.) brandy

Rinse pear, dry, and place in a wide-mouth decorative glass jar (at least 1 qt.). Pour brandy over pear (pear must be covered).

Seal airtight. (If seal is rubber or synthetic rubber, cover glass top with plastic wrap to protect seal from alcohol, which can soften it.)

Store at least I week or up to 1 year at room temperature.

MAKES: 3 cups