Figs, dried

Dried figs are fresh figs which have been dried or dehydrated, then eaten as a healthful snack, high in fiber and rich in iron.  The two most common varieties are Black Mission and Calimyrna.  The figs can also the chopped up and used in a variety of confections and baked goods from fig cookies, to breads and cakes.

Look for dried figs in heath food stores or well-stock markets, or see our "buy" source for where to buy online.  Keep figs stored in a tightly sealed container in the pantry.

Here are some very good substitutes for dried figs. Per 8 ounces needed use:

• Equal amounts of dried dates.  They are stickier when chopped.
• OR - Alternate with 8 ounces of pitted prunes
• OR - Use dried apricots which will vary the flavor more