Recipe: Fig jam

This is a great tasting jam you can use for a number of things.  You could spread it on toast, but I'd rater have it alongside some nice cheese.  You could even warm it up a bit and put it on top of some ice cream for a simple and delicious summer dessert.  Fresh figs and honey make for a great pair, but you'll find that the white balsamic vinegar perfectly cuts through the sweetness for a beautiful balance. 

You will need:

10                        fresh figs
2 Tbs                   honey
2 Tbs                   sugar
2 Tbs                   white balsamic vinegar
2 Tbs                   water
to taste                 kosher salt

Method:

 - cut the stems off and dice the figs
 - put the figs in a pan with the water and slowly bring to a simmer
 - as the figs release water, stir and let the water cook off
 - when the figs are almost dry, add the sugar and honey and stir in
 - once the mixture is nice and thick, add the balsamic vinegar and simmer some more
 - season with kosher salt
 - remove from the heat and cool down
 - store in an airtight container and use as needed