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; Optional: Whipped cream, grated orange zest and orange wedges

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. Bake: 45 min. YIELD: about 1-1/2 dozen.

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
Optional: Whipped cream, grated orange zest and orange wedges

Directions

1. 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.
2. Bake, uncovered, 45-55 minutes or until tender, basting occasionally with juice mixture. Serve warm and if desired, top with whipped cream, orange zest and orange wedges.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 71 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein.

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