Fig Strawberry Jam

3 1/2 c Mashed fresh figs (unpeeled)

3 c Sugar

1/4 c Lemon juice (optional)

3 pk Strawberry gelatin

- (3 ounces each) Cook figs, sugar and lemon juice 5 to 7 minutes. Let stand overnight. Stir in gelatin. Boil again 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour quickly into jars and seal at once, or store in refrigerator if used within a month. Source: Fast & Fun Recipes Featuring Fresh Figs From California Reprinted with the permission of The California Fig Advisory Board Electronic format courtesy of Karen Mintzias