Freezer Fresh Fig Jam

1. 1

   Place figs in pot and add the sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, cinnamon and salt.

2. 2

   Combine ingredients and begin mashing them using a potato masher or fork. They should mash quite easily if they are ripe. (You can also use a blender) Leaving little chunks is nice to give the jam more interest.

3. 3

   Turn heat to medium high and bring to a strong simmer. Stir occasionally.

4. 4

   Cover the pot and turn the heat down so that the fig mixture simmers steadily for 1 hour.

5. 5

   Give the mixture an occasional stir and make sure it does not burn or scorch. This is especially important in the last 1/2 hour. You'll see it begin to thicken.

6. 6

   After an hour, remove the cover and cook for another 5-10 minutes or until the jam is thick.

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   Cool completely - it will continue to thicken as it cools.

8. 8

   Fill your containers and freeze the ones you want to use later.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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