Fig preserves from cr

3 pints

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2quartsFirm figs
4poundsSugar
cupWater
2eachesLemons; sliced
1ounceStick cinnamon
24eachesCloves

Directions

Wash fruit carefully in colander. Let sugar and water come to a boil. Add lemons and figs; and spices tied in a bag. Boil slowly until figs are tender and clear; about one hour. Lift fruit carefully into sterilized jars and cover with juice. Seal while hot.

Mrs. John Welch (Julie Pringle) From _Charleston Receipts_ orig 1950; 1993 edition ISBN 0-9607854-2-6 Typos by Jeff Pruett Submitted By JEFF PRUETT On 05-26-95