Fig Jam in 35 Minutes

Instructions:

1. Place the quartered figs, sugar, and lemon juice into your heavy saucepan.
2. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the figs release their juices into a syrup.
3. Increase the heat to a gentle boil, then immediately drop it to a simmer.
4. Stir frequently until the liquid reduces and becomes a heavy, glossy syrup (about 20-25 minutes).
5. Check the consistency using the Freezer Test. Note: This ensures you don't overcook it into a gummy paste.
6. Place a small spoon of Fig Jam on a frozen plate for 30 seconds.
7. Push the jam with your finger; it should wrinkle and hold its shape.
8. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt just before removing from heat.