Candied Figs, Apricots or Tomatoes
Yield
4 servingsPrep
20 minCook
20 minReady
3 daysLow Fat, Low in Saturated Fat, Low Cholesterol, Cholesterol-Free, Trans-fat Free, High Fiber, Sodium-Free, Low Sodium
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | quarts |
water
2 cups water |
*
|
| 2 | tablespoons |
baking soda
|
*
|
| 30 | each |
figs
pear tomatoes or apricots |
|
| 1 ½ | cups |
sugar
granulated |
|
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | quarts |
water
2 cups water |
*
|
| 3E+1 | ml |
baking soda
|
*
|
| 3E+1 | each |
figs
pear tomatoes or apricots |
|
| 355 | ml |
sugar
granulated |
|
Directions
In large bowl, combine 4 quarts water and baking soda.
Add fruit and soak 10 minutes.
Drain.
In large saucepan, combine sugar and 2 cups water.
Bring syrup to a boil; add fruit and simmer 20 minutes.
Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Simmer mixture 20 minutes each day until syrup is absorbed.
Dry fruit on waxed paper on trays in the sun.
Dredge fruit with sugar and store in an airtight container.
