Ingredients

• 16 cups ripe figs - washed and stems removed

• 5 cups sugar

• 1 lemon

• 2 cups water

Preparation

Place figs, water, lemon and half the sugar in a large pot over medium heat. Cook at a low boil for about 1/2 hr stirring and mashing frequently. Add remaining sugar and continue cooking for about another hour until mix becomes thick.

Can as instructed on box of jars.

Jeffrey Cowgill 2009