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: finely chop lemon in processor. add figs. using on/off switch, process until figs are coarsely pureed. transfer mixture to heavy large saucepan. add sugar, cinnamon stick, minced ginger and ground cloves. simmer until mixture thickens to jam consistency and candy thermometer registers 200°f, stirring often, about 20 minutes. remove from heat, discard cinnamon stick. divide hot preserves among hot clean jars. cover tightly and refrigerate up to 2 months. this is great for holiday gifts. excellent served with crackers and cheese, and can also be served with meats, especially pork and ham.