FIG JAM 5 lb. figs 6 c. sugar ¾ c. water ¼ c. lemon juice Completely cover figs with boiling water for 10 minutes. Drain, stem and chop figs. Measure 2 qt. chopped figs. Combine figs, sugar and water in large saucepan and slowly bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Cook rapidly until thick. Stir frequently to prevent sticking. Add lemon juice and cook 1 minute longer. Remove from heat. Pour hot jam into hot jars leaving ¼-inch head space. Adjust two-piece caps. Process 15 minutes in a boiling water canner. FIG PICKLES 4 qt. firm, ripe figs (about 30 medium) 5 c. sugar, divided 2 qt. water 3 c. vinegar 2 sticks cinnamon 1 Tbs. whole allspice 1 Tbs. whole cloves Peel figs. Combine 3 c. sugar and water; cook until sugar dissolves. Add figs and cook slowly 30 minutes. Add 2 c. sugar and vinegar. Tie spices in a spice bag; add to figs. Simmer until figs are transparent. Cover, let stand 12 to 24 hours in a cool place. Remove spice bag. Bring to a simme...
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