Step 1

Pick and wash your figs (leave the stems on)

Step 2

Place your figs on a wooden or wire rack in the Dalmatian sunshine (actually, any sunshine will do). Be sure that the figs have airflow from above and below. This is critical

Step 3

Turn your figs daily until they have dried to a gorgeous golden color. Each day press into the middle of the fig with your thumb to flatten them. Be sure to move them to remain in the sunshine at all times; the shade will cause them to spoil

Step 4

Once the figs are 100% dry and they are no longer sticky, place them in the deep freeze for a few days

Step 5

Rinse the figs in fresh seawater, then place them on a sheet in the sunshine. Cover with cheesecloth or similar (this stops the flies) and allow them to dry. Drying may take one or two days, depending on the sunshine

Step 6

Once fully dry, place into zip lock bags with bay leaves (or another airtight container) and store in a dark, cool place

Step 7

Enjoy as many as you like. But not too many... if you recall my earlier comment with regards to the fiber content...