Dried Fig Jam

Directions

1. 1

   28 oz Dried figs (used both -homemade and commercial) 5 c ;Water 1/2 c Fresh lemon juice 3 c Sugar Seeds from juiced lemons 1 ts Ground card

2. 2

   Add all water, cover pot, bring to a boil and remove pot from heat

3. 3

   Let the pot of figs sit for at least an hour to plump them

4. 4

   Remove figs from the dark water with a slotted spoon

5. 5

   Reserve the water

6. 6

   Cut stems off figs with scissors and chop figs medium coarse by hand or in a processor

7. 7

   Add lemon juice and sugar to the fig water

8. 8

   Set water to a second boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 5-10 minutes