3 qts. ripe figs
6 c. sugar
1 c. vinegar
2 tbsp. broken cinnamon sticks
2 tbsp. whole cloves

Cover figs with 2 quarts boiling water. Let stand 5 minutes and drain. Mix 1 cup water with vinegar and sugar in large saucepan. Add spices in bag. Bring to boil and add figs. Boil 10 minutes. Let stand until next day. Boil 10 minutes. Let stand until third day. Boil 10 minutes. Remove spice bag and pack in sterile jars. Yield: 4 pints.