Place figs in a large bowl and sprinkle with baking soda. Pour boiling water over them and soak for 1 hour. Drain and rinse the figs well with cold water. In a Dutch oven, combine sugar and 4 cups of water; bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes. Add the figs and lemon slices to the syrup and cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Ladle the figs and syrup into hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch of headspace. Secure lids and bands tightly, then process in a hot water bath for 10 minutes.
Nutrition
Total Fat 0g 0%, Sodium 59mg 3%, Total Carbohydrate 37g 13%, Dietary Fiber 2g 6%, Total Sugars 35g, Protein 1g, Vitamin C 3mg 16%, Calcium 32mg 2%, Iron 0mg 2%, Potassium 125mg 3%
