Figs in syrup
These figs in syrup taste heavenly and it is a great way to take advantage and get some extra when figs are ripe as their season is short.
Instructions
- Prepare light syrup by bringing water and sugar to the boil over a medium heat in a stainless steel saucepan. Stir until sugar dissolves. Lower heat and keep warm.
- Blanch figs for 2 minutes in boiling water and drain.
- Place figs in layers into the syrup and warm for about 5 minutes per layer. Let them cool down and add 1/2-1 tsp lemon juice to prevent browning.
Total time
30 minutes
Cooking time
15 minutes
Preparation time
15 minutes
Yield
6 servings
Notes
We can fruit to have the flavor of the summer in the middle of winter. It is easy to make this recipe in greater quantities to can.
For 8 pint cans allow 10 lb figs, 2 1/4 cups sugar, 5 1/4 cups water and 1 1/2 tsp lemon juice per jar. Process pint jars for 45 minutes in the pressure canner.
Source
easy, simmer
fruit, desserts, preserves
American food recipes
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