Fig Pickles

Directions

1. 1
   Peel figs (if unpeeled are preferred, pour boiling water over figs and let stand until cool; drain).
2. 2
   Add 3 cups sugar to water and cook until sugar dissolves.
3. 3
   Add figs and cook slowly for 30 minutes.
4. 4
   Add 2 cups sugar and vinegar.
5. 5
   Tie spices in a cheesecloth bag.
6. 6
   Add to figs; cook gently until figs are clear. Cover and let stand, 12 to 24 hours in a cool place.
7. 7
   Remove spice bag.
8. 8
   Heat to simmering.
9. 9
   Pack hot into hot jars, leaving 1/4-inch space at top.
10. 10
    Adjust caps.
11. 11
    Process pints and quarts 10 minutes in boiling water bath.