Balsamic Fig Jam

*Courtesy of Jacqueline Ritz 

Makes One Pint

Ingredients:

• 2lbs of Fig, stems removed and cut into fourths
• 1/2- 3/4 cup of raw honey
• Zest and Juice of One Lemon
• Splash of Balsamic Vinegar

Directions:

1. Wash figs, cut stems off, and slice into fourths.
2. Toss figs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and honey (choose amount of honey according to your taste) into a pot.
3. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
4. Boil for 20-30 minutes, stirring often, until it thickens. As figs soften, use a potato masher, or a whisk, to mash the figs.
5. About 15 minutes into the thickening, add a generous splash of balsamic vinegar.
6. Once the mixture thickens to your liking, remove from heat and cool.
7. Optional: if you prefer the jam to be less chunky, process in a food processor for a few pulses.
8. Store in the fridge for up to a month!