Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our Vanilla Port Poached Figs with Honey Cream. This tantalizing dessert combines the delicate sweetness of fresh figs with the rich, fruity notes of vanilla port and honey. Each bite offers a burst of juicy goodness, perfectly complemented by the creamy, velvety texture of the honey cream.
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So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing. From the sophisticated Vanilla Port Poached Figs to the comforting Honey Roasted Figs, this article has something for every dessert enthusiast. Let's get baking!
FIGS POACHED IN PORT
Poached figs can be eaten alone or as a simple and light dessert with a scoop of ice cream and biscotti. Serve them with a wedge of Stilton to add a savory note to the end of your meal. Do not overcook the figs. You don't want them so soft that they burst open when you touch them. Black mission figs work best for this recipe, as they tend to be firmer in texture. Other varieties may be substituted but the cooking time should be reduced to five minutes if they are very soft and ripe.
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine the port sugar, vanilla pods and seeds, cinnamon, orange peel and peppercorns in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil and reduce the heat. Simmer until the liquid has the consistency of a light syrup, about 20 minutes. You will have about 1 1/2 cups of syrup. Add the figs and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Turn off the heat and cool the figs in the syrup. Serve the figs in a bowl with their juices spooned over.
RED-WINE-POACHED FIGS WITH VANILLA ICE CREAM
Categories Dessert Poach Valentine's Day Quick & Easy Fig Red Wine Gourmet Fat Free Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a 1 1/2-quart saucepan combine all ingredients and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Simmer figs, covered, until tender, about 30 minutes.
- Transfer figs with a slotted spoon to a bowl and boil syrup until reduced to about 1/4 cup. Strain syrup through a fine sieve into another bowl. Add syrup to figs and cool to warm.
- Serve fig mixture spooned over ice cream.
VANILLA PORT POACHED FIGS WITH HONEY CREAM
Fresh figs poached in a rich reduction of port wine, spices, and orange zest. Served with honey-scented whipped 'sour' cream.
Provided by e
Categories Fig Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Trim a small piece from the bottom of each fig so they stand up straight. Remove stems, and score a 1/4 inch "X" into the top of each fig. Set aside.
- In a bowl, beat whipping cream together with sour cream until stiff peaks form. (This can be done either by hand, or with an electric mixer.) Gently fold in 1/4 cup of honey and a pinch of salt. Cover, and refrigerate.
- Pour port into a small saucepan over medium high heat. Add cinnamon sticks, peppercorns, cloves, 1 tablespoon honey, vanilla extract, balsamic vinegar, and lemon and orange zests. Stir to dissolve honey and blend flavors. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for up to 30 minutes, or as time allows, being careful not to reduce liquid too much. Place figs upright in pan, cover, and cook for 5 minutes.
- To serve, place a spoonful of honey cream in the center of each plate. Arrange 3 figs around the cream, and drizzle with a small amount of poaching liquid. Tuck a sprig of mint into the slit on the top of each fig. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.8 calories, Carbohydrate 66.5 g, Cholesterol 53.4 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 75.7 mg, Sugar 54.6 g
VANILLA PORT POACHED FIGS WITH HONEY CREAM
Fresh figs poached in a rich reduction of port wine, spices, and orange zest. Served with honey-scented whipped 'sour' cream.
Provided by e
Categories Fig Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Trim a small piece from the bottom of each fig so they stand up straight. Remove stems, and score a 1/4 inch "X" into the top of each fig. Set aside.
- In a bowl, beat whipping cream together with sour cream until stiff peaks form. (This can be done either by hand, or with an electric mixer.) Gently fold in 1/4 cup of honey and a pinch of salt. Cover, and refrigerate.
- Pour port into a small saucepan over medium high heat. Add cinnamon sticks, peppercorns, cloves, 1 tablespoon honey, vanilla extract, balsamic vinegar, and lemon and orange zests. Stir to dissolve honey and blend flavors. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for up to 30 minutes, or as time allows, being careful not to reduce liquid too much. Place figs upright in pan, cover, and cook for 5 minutes.
- To serve, place a spoonful of honey cream in the center of each plate. Arrange 3 figs around the cream, and drizzle with a small amount of poaching liquid. Tuck a sprig of mint into the slit on the top of each fig. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.8 calories, Carbohydrate 66.5 g, Cholesterol 53.4 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 75.7 mg, Sugar 54.6 g
Tips:
- For the best results, use ripe, fresh figs. If your figs are not ripe, they will not be as sweet and flavorful.
- Use a good quality port wine. A tawny or ruby port is a good choice.
- Do not boil the port wine and figs. This will cause the alcohol to evaporate and the figs to become tough.
- Serve the figs warm or at room temperature. They can be garnished with fresh mint or thyme.
- The honey cream is a great accompaniment to the figs. It is also delicious on its own.
Conclusion:
Vanilla Port Poached Figs with Honey Cream is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The figs are soft and flavorful, the port wine sauce is rich and decadent, and the honey cream is light and fluffy. This dessert is sure to impress your guests.
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