Click for Cookbook LOGIN
"A nickel will get you on the subway, but garlic will get you a seat."--Old New York Proverb

Vanilla Port Poached Figs with Honey Cream Recipe

  Tried it? Rate this Recipe:
 

 

This recipe for Vanilla Port Poached Figs with Honey Cream is from The Ultimate Donovan Family Reunion Cookbook, one of the cookbooks created at FamilyCookbookProject.com. We'll help you start your own personal cookbook! It's easy and fun. Click here to start your own cookbook!
Category:
Category:
Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
12 fresh figs
1/2 c. heavy whipping cream
1/2 c. sour cream
1/4 c. honey
pinch of salt
1 1/2 cups port
2 cinnamon sticks
2 peppercorns
2 whole cloves
1 tbl. honey
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tbl. balsamic vinegar
1 lemmon, zested
1 orange, zested
fresh mint
Directions:
Directions:
1. 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.
2. In a bowl, beat whipping cream together with sour cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in 1/4 cup of honey and a pinch of salt. Cover and refrigerate.
3. Pour port into a small saucepan over medium high heat. Add cinnamon sticks, peppercorns, cloves, 1 tbl honey, vanilla extract, balsamic vinegar.and lemon and orange zests. Stir to dissolve honey and blend flavors. Bring mixture to a boil, careful not to reduce liquid too much. Place figs upright in pan, cover, and cook for 5 minutes.
4. 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.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
4
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
20 min. cook time 35 min.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Outstanding!

 

 

 

Learn more about the process to create a cookbook -- or
Start your own personal family cookbook right now!  Here's to good eating!

Search for more great recipes here from over 1,500,000 in our family cookbooks!

 

 

 

753W  

Cookbooks are great for Holiday Gifts, Wedding Gifts, Bridal Shower ideas and Family Reunions!

*Recipes and photos entered into the Family Cookbook Project are provided by the submitting contributors. All rights are retained by the contributor. Please contact us if you believe copyright violations have occurred.

Search for more great recipes here from over 1,500,000 in our family cookbooks!