Fig jam

1. To prepare chopped figs, cover figs with boiling water.
2. Let stand 10 minutes.
3. Drain, stem and chop figs.
4. Combine figs, sugar, and ¾ c. water in a large sauce pot. Bring slowly to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.
5. Cook rapidly until thick.
6. Stiri frequently to prevent sticking.
7. Add lemon juice and cook 1 minute longer.
8. Pour hot into hot jars, leaving ¼" head space.
9. Adjust caps.
10. Process 15 minutes in boiling water bath.
11. Yield: about 5 pints.