Fig Compote

Directions

1. 1
   Cut off the stems of the figs.
2. 2
   If you are going to peel the skins, you should place the skins in a tea pack and simmer them with the fig.
3. 3
   Place the figs into a pot without overlapping.
4. 4
   Add the sugar, lemon juice, and red wine.
5. 5
   Add just enough water to cover the figs and then simmer on low heat.
6. 6
   After 10 minutes, once the figs have softened, it's done.
7. 7
   You can store these for about 1 month in a sterilized jar.
8. 8
   If you peel the skins and use red wine, they'll have a pink tinge like this.