Bourbon Fig Preserves
Capture the essence of summer with these delightful bourbon fig preserves, perfect for gifts, desserts, or a cozy treat at home.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 7 quarts 1x
- Category: Preserve
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 11 pounds fresh figs
- 12 cups water
- 8 cups sugar
- 1 tablespoon bottled lemon juice
- Bourbon (to taste)
Instructions
- Wash the figs under cool water. Remove stems and halve them.
- Choose a large pot and place over medium heat, adding the water.
- Add the halved figs into the pot, stirring gently.
- Gradually add in the sugar, stirring continuously to dissolve.
- Pour in the lemon juice and bourbon, stirring gently.
- Allow the mixture to come to a gentle boil, then reduce to simmer for 30-45 minutes.
- Check for consistency by placing a spoonful on a chilled plate.
- Prepare your canning jars by washing and sterilizing them.
- Fill the jars with the fig mixture, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace.
- Seal the jars and process in a water bath for 10-15 minutes.
- Cool the jars upside down on a kitchen towel.
Notes
Experiment with different spirits or spices for unique variations. Proper sealing and storage are key for longevity.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: fig preserves, bourbon, canning, dessert, sweet jam
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