A delightful and easy-to-make spread combining the flavors of strawberries and figs.
Prepare the figs by washing and chopping them into small pieces.
Chopping the figs evenly ensures they cook uniformly.
Wash and hull the strawberries, then chop them into small pieces.
Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
Combine the figs, strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a dutch oven.
Mix thoroughly to ensure the sugar coats the fruit evenly.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
Stirring constantly prevents the mixture from sticking to the pot.
Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Simmering allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Pour the hot mixture into sterilized jars and seal them tightly.
Ensure the jars are properly sterilized to extend the shelf life of the spread.