Fresh Figs With Mascarpone And Warm Spiced Honey Recipe

Ingredients

8 small (or 4 large) fresh, ripe figs, stems trimmed, halved lengthwise 

1/3 cup mascarpone, softened 

1/3 cup mild honey 

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom 

1/8 teaspoon ground allspice 

4 sprigs fresh mint 

Preparation

Arrange the figs cut-side up among four plates. Use the back of a teaspoon to gently press into the center of the flesh and create a small indentation.

Add a dollop of mascarpone to the center of each fig half and set plates aside.

Place honey and spices in a small heat-proof bowl and set over a pan with simmering water. Cook over medium heat, whisking to blend, until the honey is liquefied and warm, 1 to 2 minutes. Drizzle honey over each fig, garnish plates with mint sprigs, and serve immediately.

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