Fig and Ginger Jam

Ingredients

• 4 cups coarsely chopped dark-skinned fresh figs (such as Black Mission, Celeste, or Brown Turkey; about 15 large figs)
• 2 ¼ cups sugar
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons chopped crystallized ginger
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¹/₃ cup water

Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes or until thick, stirring frequently. Cool; pour into airtight containers. Note: Refrigerate Fig and Ginger Jam in airtight containers up to six weeks.

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