POACHED FIGS WITH FRESH RICOTTA CHEESE

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Dried figs are poached in a citrusy syrup and served with a dollop of fresh ricotta and a sprinkling of cinnamon.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup good-quality honey
4 strips orange peel (each 3 inches long), plus 2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest
24 dried Black Mission figs (about 6 ounces)
1 cup, fresh ricotta cheese
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Heat 3 cups water, the sugar, honey, and orange strips and grated zest in a large saute pan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar and honey have dissolved, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add figs; cover, and simmer until figs are just tender, about 20 minutes. Gently transfer figs to a plate with a slotted spoon.
  • Raise heat to medium-high, and bring syrup to a boil. Cook until syrup has reduced and thickened, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Return figs to pan, and gently toss with syrup to coat. Spoon 1/4 cup ricotta into each of 4 bowls. Divide figs among bowls, and drizzle with syrup. Sprinkle with cinnamon.

Luban Decent
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Overall, I thought this recipe was just okay. It's not something I would make again.


Pamela O Reilly
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The walnuts were a nice touch, but I think I would have liked them better if they were toasted.


Hasin Ahmod
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I thought the ricotta cheese was a bit too thick and heavy. I think I would have preferred it if it was a little lighter and creamier.


Luthando Princess
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The figs were a little bland. I think I would have liked them better if they were poached in a more flavorful liquid, like red wine or port.


Md Fozor
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These poached figs were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred them if they were poached in a less sweet liquid, like water or white wine.


Sharjeel Siyal Siyal
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I followed the recipe exactly and the figs turned out too tart for my taste. I think next time I'll add a little more sugar to the poaching liquid.


Nick O'Connor
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I'm not a big fan of figs, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The figs were surprisingly delicious and the ricotta cheese and walnuts were the perfect accompaniment. I'll definitely be making this again.


Elmedin Zymeri Elmedin Zymeri
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These figs were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making these again and again.


Waheed Brohi
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I made these poached figs for a dinner party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. I especially liked the way the poaching liquid infused the figs with flavor. I will definitely be making these again.


Aflatoon Siyal
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These poached figs were a delightful treat! The combination of sweet figs, creamy ricotta cheese, and crunchy walnuts was perfect. I followed the recipe exactly and the figs turned out beautifully tender and flavorful. The ricotta cheese was a great