Honeyed Fig and Blueberry Jam |
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Prep Time: 60 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 90 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This is a variation of my Blueberry Fig Jam very Low Sugar Blueberry is a big requested jam. I had lots of fresh figs so I combined the 2 and made this. Using only 1/4 cup of sugar and 1 cup honey. I did crush the figs and blueberries in the food processor. Check out infused honey for optional flavors /cookbook/infused-honey-130206 Cookbook #130206 Ingredients:
1 cup honey |
3 cups crushed figs |
2 cups crushed blueberries |
1 cup blueberries |
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice |
3 cups apple juice |
1/2 cup water |
1/4 cup sugar |
1 3/4 ounces no sugar needed pectin |
2 cinnamon sticks (optional) |
1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional) |
1 vanilla bean, split (optional) |
Directions:
1. Mix pectin and sugar together.
2. In a large pot add remaining ingredients with the pectin mixture.
3. Bring to a full rolling boil. About 10 minutes.
4. Test for jelling.
5. Pour into sterilized jars leaving 1/4 head space.
6. Be sure to remove vanilla bean and cinnamon sticks if used.
7. Wipe rims and place sterilized lids and rings on.
8. Process in a boiling water bath covered by 2 inches of water.
9. Altitude times.
10. 1,000-3000 for 5 minutes.
11. 3000-6000 for 10 minutes.
12. 6000-8000 for 15 minutes.
13. 8000-10,000 for 20 minutes.
14. Remove jars and cool for 12-24 hours.
15. You can remove rings and wipe jars.
16. Label.
17. Store in a cool dark place.
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