Dried Fig Relish - cooking recipe

Ingredients

12 oz dried figs, stemmed and finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cups cider vinegar
3/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp yellow mustard seeds
1 None cinnamon stick
1/4 tsp ground allspice
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp kosher salt

Preparation

Place figs in medium bowl; cover with cold water. Let stand overnight; drain.
Combine figs with remaining ingredients in large saucepan. Stir on high heat, without boiling, until sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 30 mins or until relish thickens slightly. Discard cinnamon.
Pour hot relish into hot sterilized jars; seal immediately. Label and date jars when cold. Store in a cool dry place. Once opened, store in the refrigerator.