Brandied Fig Preserves

Ingredients:

• 12 cups of figs (de-stemmed)…I cut my figs in half lengthwise
• 4 cups sugar
• 3 cups water
• 1 cup brandy
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla
• Juice from one lemon

Process:

Combine all ingredients into a large stock pot.  Cook on low-medium heat for 2 hours.  Carefully spoon into sterilized canning jars.  Ensure that you leave ¼ inch gap between figs and lid.  Place lid and rings onto jars and then into boiling water bath according to the jar manufacturer’s instructions.  Yields 5 pints.

Chef’s Note: These figs and goat cheese go well together on toast points or even pizza.