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Ingredients

  • 7 pounds granulated sugar
  • 3 cups vinegar
  • Thin slice of lemon rind (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon whole cloves
  • 5 sticks cinnamon
  • 7 pounds fresh California figs
  • Blanched almonds (optional)

Procedure

In large stockpot, boil sugar, vinegar, and lemon together for 10 minutes. Add cloves and cinnamon. Stir in figs and simmer 2 hours. Remove from heat and let stand overnight, or 2 to 3 days. Turn occasionally to plump. Add almonds; reheat to boil; turn into sterilized jars, cover and seal, according to manufacturer's directions.

Note:

Recipe as prepared above is low in fat, saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium.

Yields: 6 pints
Serves: 96 (2 tablespoons each)

NUTRITION FACTS (per serving)

Calories 150 (1% from Fat); Total Fat 0g; Potassium 79mg; Carbohydrate 40g; Sugar 38g; Dietary Fiber 1g;

Daily Values