- Mixing the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl place figs and sprinkle with baking soda. Pour the boiling water over the figs and soak for 1 hour.
- Preheating and Prep
Drain figs and rinse thoroughly with cold water. In a large Dutch oven combine the sugar and the 4 cups of water; bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes.
- Preheating and Prep
Add the figs and lemon slices to the syrup in the Dutch oven and cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Plating and Serving
Spoon figs into hot, sterilized jars and spoon syrup over figs, leaving 1/2 inch of head space. Top jars with lids and screw bands on tightly. Process for 10 minutes in a hot water bath.
- Calories:152 kcal%7%
- Protein:1.0 g%2%
- Carbohydrates:37.0 g%12%
- Fat:0.0 g%0%
- Sugar:35.0 g%35%
- Salt:0.1 g%1%
- Energy:636 kJ%10%
Fig Preserves is a delicious and satisfying dish, Featuring fresh figs, baking soda and boiling water, bringing bold, comforting flavors to the table. Serve warm and enjoy as a satisfying meal any day of the week.
