Poached Figs

Dear Turkey,

When the figs are cheap

You have to buy as many

As you can afford

Poached Figs

(serves 6 as a small dessert, adapted from here)

Ingredients:

- 1-2 c water, enough to cover the figs in your pot 

- 1/4 c honey

- 2 T brown sugar

- 1 cinnamon stick and/or 1 vanilla bean (optional)

- 12 figs, halved and stems removed

- yogurt or whipped cream for serving (vegan is fine), optional

Instructions:

- Boil the water, sugar, honey, and spices until the sugar dissolves, stirring occasionally. 

- Add the figs and simmer until tender but not falling apart, about 5-10 minutes. Remove from the liquid with a slotted spoon.

- Boil the remaining liquid until it starts to thicken and become syrupy, or just until it's time to eat. 

- You can store the figs and liquid in the fridge before serving, or you can serve them warm or room temperature. Place the figs in a bowl, top with syrup, and then whipped cream or topping of your choice. Store the figs and syrup separately in the fridge. 

Enjoy,

Tofu