Rhubarb & fig jam

1 Batch

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
7 pounds Rhubarb (abt. 6 quarts) leaves removed stalks trimmed cut in pieces
1 pounds Dried figs cut in fine shreds
11 cups Sugar
1 cup Mixed candied fruit peel chopped

Directions

Mix rhubarb, figs and sugar in an earthenware crock or large jar.

Cover and let stand all night. The next day, boil the mixture for at least an hour, or until very thick. Add the candied peel before the mixture is taken off the heat. Pour jam into warm jars and cover.

Process. Yield: About 9 pints.

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