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Flavorful Fig and Honey Jam with Fresh Thyme

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A simple and delicious fig and honey jam infused with fresh thyme, offering a subtle earthiness that complements the natural sweetness. Perfect for spreads, cheese boards, and more.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900 grams) fresh figs, ripe but firm
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) honey, raw or wildflower preferred
  • 3–4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water

Instructions

  1. Wash the figs gently and remove the stems. Chop them into quarters, roughly 2-inch pieces.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine chopped figs, honey, sugar, lemon juice, and water. Stir gently to mix.
  3. Place the pot over medium heat and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally and breaking down figs, for about 30 minutes until thickened.
  4. Remove the pot from heat and immediately stir in fresh thyme leaves. Let the jam steep for 10 minutes to infuse without bitterness.
  5. Using a ladle, transfer the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch headspace. Screw on lids tightly and let cool at room temperature before refrigerating.

Notes

Add fresh thyme after cooking to avoid bitterness. Use medium-soft figs for best texture. Sterilize jars by boiling for 10 minutes before filling. For smoother jam, strain through a fine mesh sieve before adding thyme. Watch for bubbling and use a splatter screen if needed.

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