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Fig Jam Recipe | |
Jellies and Jams | |
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Ingredients:
Fig Jam2 quarts chopped fresh figs (about 5 pounds) 6 cups sugar 3/4 cup water 1/4 cup lemon juice
Directions:
To prepare chopped figs: Cover figs with boiling water. Let stand 10 minutes. Drain, stem and chops figs. Combine figs, sugar, and 3/4 cup water in a large sauce pot. Bring slowly to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Cook, over medium-low heat, until thick. Stir frequently to prevent sticking. Add lemon juice and cook 1 minute longer. Immediately pour into hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/3-inch head space. Adjust caps. Process 15 minutes in boiling water bath. Makes about 5 pints. | |