Peeled Fig Preserves

Instructions

1. 1

   Layer sugar, figs and lemon slices in large pot and cook covered on very low heat until sugar dissolves (about 1 hour).

2. 2

   Uncover and cook about 45 minutes longer, until figs are transparent.

3. 3

   Lift out figs with a slotted spoon and cook the syrup about 15 minutes longer, until thicker.

4. 4

   Put figs back into pot and let sit overnight.

5. 5

   The following morning, heat figs to a boil and seal in jars.

6. 6

   Yields 7 half pints.