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Fig Preserves

A sweet and flavorful preserve made from fresh figs, perfect for spreading on toast or using in desserts.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: condiment, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Figs
  • 2 pounds fresh figs washed and stems removed
Sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice about 2 lemons
Pectin
  • 1 box pectin for preserving

Method
 

Prepare the Figs
  1. Chop the figs into small pieces and place them in a large pot.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Add the sugar and lemon juice to the pot with the figs. Stir well to combine.
Cook the Mixture
  1. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Once boiling, add the pectin and continue to boil for 1 minute.
Jar the Preserves
  1. Remove the pot from heat and ladle the hot preserves into sterilized canning jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace.
Seal and Process
  1. Wipe the rims of the jars with a clean cloth, place the lids on, and screw on the bands until fingertip tight. Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
Cool and Store
  1. Remove the jars from the water bath and let them cool completely on a clean towel. Once cooled, check the seals and store in a cool, dark place.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all equipment is sterilized before use to prevent spoilage. Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of the figs.

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