Fig Nectar

Submitted by Molly53

"A delicious way to use up any extra figs you may have. From the US Regional Cookbook, Chicago Culinary Arts Institute, 1947. You'll need a large crock or reactive resistant pan to make this lovely brew."

 

• Ready In: 288hrs 10mins
• Ingredients: 4
• Yields: 2 ounce
• Serves: 192

ingredients

• 6 lbs figs
• 2 1⁄2 teaspoons yeast
• 3 gallons water
• 7 lbs sugar

directions

1. Force figs through a meat chopper or food processor.
2. Mix yeast with the water, add figs and sugar.
3. Cover lightly with a teatowel and let stand at room temperature for 12 days, stirring once each day.
4. Strain through cheesecloth and bottle.
5. Keep in a cool place.