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Cozy and classic: Bourbon, Angostura, and ripe fig mix for a seasonal sip you’ll make all winter. The Fig Old Fashioned is a spirit-forward bourbon cocktail flavored with fig. The cozy bourbon ...

This homemade jam is simple to make and uses dried figs, making it a great option even if fresh ones aren't available. You can spread it on buttered toast, pancakes, biscuits, and French toast or use ...

I stood at the kitchen sink looking out onto the backyard. “Why is Daddy dressed like that?” I asked Momma. It is July and already hot at 7:30 in the morning. Why on earth would he be dressed in long ...

In a large, heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, bring figs, granulated sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice to a simmer, stirring constantly. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring ...

From berries and peaches to rhubarb, this versatile jam recipe transforms fresh fruit into deliciously sweet preserves. Once macerated, the fruit mixture is cooked into a glossy, jewel-toned jam. “The ...

Monica Kass Rogers is a mom, writer, photographer, and home cook, who also explores abstract photography as a member of Perspective Fine Art Photography Gallery in Evanston, IL. She started her food ...