Fig Spread

Submitted by katie in the UP

"This is wonderful on cracker, toast or sandwiches!"

 

• Ready In: 50mins
• Ingredients: 3
• Yields: 1 3/4 cups

ingredients

• 10 ounces dried calimyrna figs, stemmed and cut into 1/4 inch pieces (1 3/4 cups)
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

directions

1. In a med saucepan, combine figs with sugar and 1 1/2 cups water; bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until most of the liquid has evaporated and figs are easily pierced with the tip of a sharp paring knife, about 20 minutes.
3. Transfer mixture to a food processor; add lemon juice.
4. Puree until smooth (add up to 1/4 cup additional water, if needed, to thin to desired consistency).
5. Store in refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Reviews

[Kd8714]

I love figs! This recioe was super easy and oh so delicious! I am serving this with pork loin sandwich and mixed greens! Thank you for the recipe!

 

[cherylbasey]

Fantastic spread! A little less sweet than most of the fig jams I've tried...just what I was looking for! I have a few jars in the canner right now and plan on making another batch so I can add them to my gift baskets this year, thanks Katie!