Description
A flavorful homemade jam combining black mission figs, aromatic rosemary, and fruity red wine, perfect for spreading on toast or as a glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups fruity red wine (such as Pinot Noir, Merlot, or Burgundy)
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 cups chopped black mission figs (stems removed)
- 1 (1.75-ounce) package powdered pectin
- ¼ cup bottled lemon juice
- 4 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare your figs: Start by washing your figs gently under cold water. Pat them dry and chop them into small pieces.
- Infuse the red wine: In a pot, pour in your red wine and add the rosemary sprigs. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add figs and juice: Once simmering, add your chopped figs and lemon juice. Stir to combine and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Incorporate the pectin: Stir in the powdered pectin and bring to a rolling boil, mixing until dissolved.
- Add the sugar: Once boiling, add the sugar all at once and stir until completely dissolved.
- Finalize the boil: Bring back to a rolling boil and keep boiling for 1-2 minutes while stirring continuously.
- Test for doneness: Place a spoonful on a cold plate; if it holds shape, it’s ready. If not, boil for another minute.
- Jar it up: Remove from heat, skim off foam, and ladle into sterilized jars, sealing tightly.
Notes
Ensure to use bottled lemon juice for consistent acidity. You can experiment with other fruits by adjusting pectin and sugar levels accordingly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Preserves
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: fig jam, rosemary jam, red wine preserves, homemade jam, fruit spread