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Perfect Fig Preserves Recipe with Honey and Rosemary

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A rustic and elegant homemade fig preserve combining the sweetness of honey with the herbal notes of rosemary. Perfect for canning, gifting, and enjoying year-round.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds fresh figs, ripe but firm
  • 3/4 cup honey (preferably raw wildflower honey)
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, lightly bruised
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Pinch of sea salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the figs gently under cool water and pat dry. Remove stems and chop figs into quarters, keeping the skin on.
  2. In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine chopped figs, honey, fresh rosemary sprigs, lemon juice, water, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Place the pan over medium-low heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  4. Simmer uncovered for 45-50 minutes, stirring more frequently as the mixture thickens until jammy with small chunks of fig.
  5. Remove rosemary sprigs and discard. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more honey.
  6. Sterilize canning jars and lids by boiling them in a water bath for 10 minutes and keep them hot.
  7. Using a funnel, ladle the hot fig preserves into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rims clean and seal with lids.
  8. Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes, ensuring jars are covered by at least 1 inch of water. Remove and cool undisturbed for 12-24 hours.
  9. After cooling, check seals by pressing the center of each lid. Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place; refrigerate unsealed jars and use within two weeks.

Notes

Use low heat to gently simmer preserves to avoid burning and preserve fig texture. Remove rosemary at the right time to prevent bitterness. Sterilize jars while preserves simmer to save time. Lemon juice is essential for flavor balance and preservation. If preserves are too runny after cooling, return to simmer for 10-15 minutes.

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Keywords: fig preserves, homemade jam, honey, rosemary, canning, fall recipe, easy preserves, gift idea

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