JALAPENO BALSAMIC FIG PERSERVES

Jalapeno Balsamic Fig Perserves image

Provided by Deborah Duncan

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

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6 lb figs
4 1/2 c sugar
1 1/2 c balsamic vinegar
3 tsp black peppercorns tied into a sachet
3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp vanilla extract
4 chopped jalapenos

Steps:

1. Wash the figs remove the stems, and coarsely chop them.
2. In a large saucepan, add the figs, sugar, balsamic vinegar, peppercorn sachet, lemon juice and jalapenos, Bring them to a simmer over medium high heat, then reduce heat to low and maintain a gentle simmer. Cook stirring to break up large pieces of fig, until the jam reaches 220 degrees F, about 45 minutes to an hour.
3. Remove from heat, add vanilla extract and stir well. If you prefer smoother jam, you can use an immersion blender to puree the jam.Ladle into sterilized jars, add lids, and rims. Process 10 minutes in a boiling water bath.