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Fig Nectar
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 17280 Minutes
Ready In: 17290 Minutes
Servings: 4
A delicious way to use up any extra figs you may have. From the US Regional Cookbook, Chicago Culinary Arts Institute, 1947. You'll need a large crock or reactive resistant pan to make this lovely brew.
Ingredients:
6 lbs figs
2 1/2 teaspoons yeast
3 gallons water
7 lbs sugar
Directions:
1. Force figs through a meat chopper or food processor.
2. Mix yeast with the water, add figs and sugar.
3. Cover lightly with a teatowel and let stand at room temperature for 12 days, stirring once each day.
4. Strain through cheesecloth and bottle.
5. Keep in a cool place.
By RecipeOfHealth.com