3 1/2 c  Mashed fresh figs (unpeeled)

      3 c  Sugar

    1/4 c  Lemon juice (optional)

      3 pk Strawberry gelatin

           - (3 ounces each)
  Cook figs, sugar and lemon juice 5 to 7 minutes.  Let stand overnight.
  Stir in gelatin.  Boil again 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.  Pour
  quickly into jars and seal at once, or store in refrigerator if used
  within a month.
  Source: Fast & Fun Recipes Featuring Fresh Figs From California
  Reprinted with the permission of The California Fig Advisory Board
  Electronic format courtesy of Karen Mintzias