Baked Figs

Name: Baked Figs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: about 1-1/2 dozen.
Ingredients: 3/4 pound dried figs; 3/4 cup orange juice; 1/4 cup orange liqueur; 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/4 cup sugar; Whipped cream

Here's a nice change from the traditional savory offerings. To keep the flavorful figs warm during your party, serve them in a chafing dish.— Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri

Ingredients

3/4 pound dried figs
3/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup orange liqueur
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 cup sugar
Whipped cream

Directions

Preheat oven to 325°. Prick holes in figs with a fork; place in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. In a small bowl, combine orange juice, liqueur and cloves. Sprinkle sugar over figs; pour juice mixture over the top.
Bake, uncovered, 45-55 minutes or until tender, basting occasionally with juice mixture. Serve warm with whipped cream.