(That's a lot of baby Jeffs). According to the 1963 U.S. Social Security Administration data, the name Jeff ranks #28 in popularity as a baby boy's name in Idaho. Imagine that, 51 babies in Idaho have the same name as you in 1963. Across the entire United States a total of 8,111 babies also bear the same first name during the same year.
Granny Smiths that are ripe have mostly converted their starches into sugars. Farmers cut an apple in half and spray it with the solution. If the inside of the apple remains white with only a thin black line near the outside flesh, then it is ripe. If the apple turns mostly black inside, it is not ready to harvest.
Ripe figs shouldn't feel hard, like an apple or unripe plum. They should give slightly to pressure, but they shouldn't be extremely soft or mushy. The best ripe figs are smooth and firm, holding their shape when sliced, but tender throughout and very sweet. We recommend eating them fresh and raw with a soft cheese and some bread. Or you can roast them with rosemary and honey for a rich, sweet appetizer.