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Homemade Fig Preserves

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A nostalgic recipe for delicious homemade fig preserves that will bring warmth and joy to your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds fresh figs, chopped
  • 4 cups sugar
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare your figs: Start by washing the figs under cool running water. You’ll want to remove any dirt or debris. Once they’re clean, use a sharp knife to chop them into small pieces, discarding any tough stems.
  2. Mix the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped figs, sugar, and lemon juice. Gently toss everything together until the figs are well coated. Let this mixture sit for about an hour.
  3. Cook the mixture: Pour the fig mixture into a large, heavy-bottomed pot. Heat over medium to medium-high heat. Stir frequently as it starts to bubble.
  4. Bring to a boil: Once the mixture starts boiling vigorously, reduce heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 30-45 minutes.
  5. Jar it up: Sterilize your canning jars and lids. Carefully ladle the hot preserves into the jars, leaving about 1/4-inch headspace.
  6. Process the jars: For longer shelf life, process the filled jars in a boiling water bath for 10-15 minutes.

Notes

Feel free to experiment with flavors, such as adding herbs or spices to your preserves.

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Keywords: fig preserves, homemade, canning, sweet spreads

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