Fig Preserves
GreekVegetarianEasy15 minBy Northstar
Ingredients
Servings
4
- 2 lb figs, unpeeled
- 3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 8 each thin lemon slices
Instructions
- 1
Rinse figs well in cool water.
- 2
Soak for 15 to 20 minutes.
- 3
Make a syrup by boiling the sugar and water together.
- 4
When syrup is clear and slightly thick (about 10 or 15 minutes), add figs and sliced lemon.
- 5
Bring back to a boil and boil for 1 minute.
- 6
Lower heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- 7
Seal in jars.
- 8
This recipe is easily doubled.
- 9
Yields 3 half pints.
Tags
greekjoy-of-canning