Fig Preserves
["2 lemons", "2 qt. firm figs", "4 lb. sugar (2 c. to 1 lb.)", "1 1/2 c. water", "1 oz. cinnamon", "24 cloves (optional)"]
["Cook in a large pot over very low heat until syrup is thickened.", "To check syrup, dip spoon in syrup and let cool. Syrup should be thick enough not to pour off."]
["lemons", "firm figs", "sugar", "water", "cinnamon"]