Many times people mistake my fig preserves for strawberry or blackberry jam. It is so easy to do, and my kids love the twist on the sometimes-boring fig preserves.
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh figs, stemmed and quartered
- 3 cups white sugar
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced and seeds removed
- 2 (3 ounce) packages strawberry-flavored Jell-O® mix
- 3 1-pint canning jars with lids and rings, or as needed
Directions
Step 1
Mix figs, sugar, lemon slices, and strawberry gelatin in a large pot. Let stand for 1 hour. Bring to a boil and cook over medium heat, stirring often to prevent burning, until foam has disappeared and the preserves are thickened, 25 to 40 minutes.
Step 2
Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the fig preserves into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
Step 3
Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
Step 4
Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area, and wait at least 2 days before opening.
Cook’s Note:
Some people wash their figs in baking soda water (about 2 teaspoons per 1 gallon water). My rule of thumb is: The number of cups of figs always should equal the number of cups of sugar in the recipe. I don't add water. Most fresh figs have enough water in them already.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 36 | |
Calories 92 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat0g | 0% |
Sodium19mg | 1% |
Total Carbohydrate24g | 9% |
Dietary Fiber1g | 2% |
Total Sugars23g | |
Protein1g | |
Vitamin C3mg | 13% |
Calcium7mg | 1% |
Iron0mg | 1% |
Potassium37mg | 1% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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