2  to 3 fresh Bartlett pears 2  tablespoons shortening 1  teaspoon grated lemon peel 2/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1/2 cup honey 2  tablespoons lemon juice 1/3 cup water 1  egg, beaten 1  cup sifted enriched all-purpose flour 1  teaspoon baking soda 1  teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves [...]