Black Mission Fig Balsamic Vinegar

Ingredients

Large Batch

• 1 quart balsamic vinegar

• 1–2 pounds of fresh black mission Joe’s Premium figs

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1 tbs vanilla extract

Small Batch (fit in mason jar)

• 1 cup balsamic vinegar

• 1 cup of fresh black mission Joe’s Premium figs

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Wash, destem, and slice figs in half.

2. Bring figs, vinegar, and sugar to a simmer in a large saucepan. Cook, stirring occasionally over low heat, for 10 minutes- 20 minutes.

3. Let cool completely and puree mixture in a food processor until smooth. You may need to break up the large batch in a few food processor batches.

4.  Pour vinegar into a resealable glass bottle or jar.

Notes

• Opt or reduce granulated sugar if figs are overripe