Fig Preserves

1. 1

   Wash and peel firm-ripe figs.

2. 2

   Add sugar and lemon juice to 8 cups boiling water.

3. 3

   Stir until sugar dissolves.

4. 4

   Add figs.

5. 5

   Boil until clear.

6. 6

   Add lemons when figs are about 2/3 done.

7. 7

   If the syrup becomes too thick before figs are clear, add boiling water, 1/2 cup at a time.

8. 8

   Let stand 12 to 24 hours in a cool place. Pack preserves in hot jars.

9. 9

   Process pints and quarts 30 minutes at simmering (180u00b0 to 185u00b0) in a water bath canner.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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