Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_sodium'], recipe: wash figs in warm water with baking soda. rinse. cut off stems. combine sugar, lemon juice and water in heavy pot. drop figs into syrup. cook until figs are clear looking and syrup is thick (2 to 3 hours). add lemon slices 1/2 hour before figs are done. seal in jars.

Target recipe: combine all ingredients in a large saucepot. bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. cook rapidly almost to gelling point. as mixture thickens, stir frequently to prevent sticking. ladle into hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space. adjust two-piece lid caps. process 15 minutes in a boiling water canner.