Fig Preserves

Directions

1. 1
   Wash figs and soak in baking soda and enough water to cover for 1 hour.
2. 2
   This takes the fuzz off the figs.
3. 3
   Drain and measure.
4. 4
   In a large saucepan, place drained figs, sugar, Jello, sliced lemon, and 1/4 cup water.
5. 5
   Cook very slowly on low until sugar is melted.
6. 6
   Adjust heat to medium, heat and cook until syrup thickens (about 2 hours).
7. 7
   BE CAREFUL NOT TO SCORCH!
8. 8
   Pour hot mixture into sterilized pint jars and seal.