Fig Preserves - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 qt. figs
1 c. soda
7 c. sugar
5 c. water

Preparation

Sprinkle soda over figs.
Pour 4 quarts boiling water over figs.
Let set for 5 minutes, then pour cold water over figs, rinsing well.
Boil sugar and water for a few minutes.
Add well drained figs and boil until of desired thickness.