Preserving Bourbon Figs
A delightful recipe for preserving bourbon figs that captures the essence of summer with a hint of caramel bourbon flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 9 pints 1x
- Category: Preserves
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 11 pounds of fresh figs, halved
- 12 cups of water
- 8 cups of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of bottled lemon juice
- Bourbon, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your jars by sterilizing them in boiling water for 10 minutes.
- Halve the figs if using whole ones to make them easier to pack.
- Make the syrup by combining water, sugar, and lemon juice in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the halved figs and a splash of bourbon to the syrup, simmering for 10 minutes.
- Fill the sterilized jars with figs and syrup, leaving half-inch headspace.
- Seal the jars with lids, ensuring a good fit.
- Process the jars in a boiling water bath for about 10 minutes.
- Cool down the jars on a clean towel and store in a cool, dark place.
Notes
Let the bourbon figs sit for a few weeks to enhance flavor before opening. Can be served with cheese, yogurt, or as a dessert topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 60g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: preserving, bourbon figs, canning, sweet preserves, fig recipe
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