Fig and Balsamic Jam

The Fig and Balsamic Jam is a component of the Fig-Stuffed Pork Loin. When I first read the recipe I laughed that it is listed under the 'Lifesavers' section of the cookbook. It seemed so funny that a jam would be a lifesaver! However, after tasting it, I could see why you would always want this on hand! It is delicious.

I could not find fresh figs so I used dried which I soaked in a little brandy first. I used slightly less sugar than suggested too. The recipe makes a lot so what I didn't use for the pork I served with a cheese course. So good on crackers! There was still some leftover. Good thing it keeps for up to a month!