Preserved Figs

Ingredients

• White figs
• White sugar

Directions

1. Ensure the white figs are nearly ripe.
2. Score them across, as deep as the outside skin.
3. Make a syrup using white sugar, equal weight with the figs.
4. Boil the figs gently until they look clear.
5. Take the figs off of the fire.
6. Boil the syrup until thick and rich.
7. Pour the hot syrup over the figs.

Source — Creole Cookery Book

Prepared by Kyle Ypya

Louisiana Anthology

June 14, 2019