Fig Pickles

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve soda in water, bring to a boil and pour over figs.
2. 2
   Let stand a few minutes, drain and rinse thoroughly in cold water.
3. 3
   Dissolve sugar in vinegar, add spices and lemons and bring to a boil in a large, nonreactive stockpot.
4. 4
   Add figs and cook until clear.
5. 5
   Lift out figs and pack into jars.
6. 6
   Reduce syrup until thick and pour over the figs.
7. 7
   Top jars with seals and rings.
8. 8
   Process jars in boiling water bath until lids seal.