Fig Cake Filling

An interesting variation on cake filling and a delicious way to use up any extra figs you may have. From the US Regional Cookbook, Chicago Culinary Arts Institute, 1947. Cooking time is approximate.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 8
• Yields: 1 cake filling

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 lb fig, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 2  tablespoons cornstarch
• 1⁄2 cup boiling water
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1⁄2 orange, rind of, grated

Directions

1. Cook figs until tender, about 30 minutes.
2. Combine sugar and cornstarch in the top of double boiler.
3. Add boiling water gradually, stirring constantly.
4. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add figs, lemon juice, and orange rind.
6. Let cool to room temperature before assembling cake.