Figpote

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 275F and put your sterilized jars (see p. 152) inside to heat.

2. 2

   Wash the figs and remove any hard, twiggy bits of stembut do not cut right back to the flesh, as this risks splitting the skin.

3. 3

   Put the orange juice, tea, and honey into a pan and gently heat to a simmer to make a syrup.

4. 4

   Add the figs and cook gently for 8 to 10 minutes, until tender.

5. 5

   Using a slotted spoon, take out the figs and carefully pack them into the hot jars.

6. 6

   It may be a bit of a squash, but figs quite like this.

7. 7

   Return the filled jars to the oven to keep warmit is important to keep the jars as hot as possible to create a successful seal.

8. 8

   Bring the fruit syrup to a boil and boil for 6 to 7 minutes to reduce it in volume.

9. 9

   Stand the jars on a wooden surface or newspaper and pour the hot syrup over the figs, filling the jars to the brim.

10. 10

    Seal immediately with lids, clips, or screw-bands.

11. 11

    Leave undisturbed for 24 hours, then check that the seal is secure (see p. 158).

12. 12

    Use within 1 year.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.