Christmas Recipe Tips - Orange Fig Jam.

Makes about 5 pints.

Ingredients

5 cups crushed figs
6 cups sugar
1 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon orange zest

Directions

1. Combine figs, sugar, orange juice and zest in a large sauce pot.
2. Bring slowly to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.
3. Cook, over medium-low heat, until thick.
4. Stir frequently to prevent sticking.
5. Immediately pour into hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/3-inch head space.
6. Adjust caps. Process 15 minutes in boiling water bath.

Courtesy : Cooks Recipes