Fig Fudge

Ingredients

• 1/4 lb chopped figs
• 1 lb brown sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon Crisco
• 1 teaspoon lemon extract
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• Pinch cream of tartar

Method

1. 1 Wash, dry, and chop the figs.
2. 2 Combine sugar and water in a saucepan and dissolve.
3. 3 Add Crisco and cream of tartar, then bring to a boil.
4. 4 Add figs and boil to a soft ball stage (240°F), stirring constantly.
5. 5 Remove from heat, add lemon extract and salt, and cool for five minutes.
6. 6 Stir until the mixture begins to grain, then pour into a greased tin.
7. 7 When half cold, mark into squares.