Grilled Fresh Figs on Rosemary Skewers |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 4 Minutes |
Ready In: 14 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
4 stalks fresh rosemary, about 6 inches long |
4 large firm ripe figs, any variety,stems trimmed,halved lengthwise |
1/4 cup liquid honey |
1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed |
fresh ground black pepper |
Directions:
1. Strip the leaves from the bottom of the rosemary stems, leaving about 1 1/2 inches of leaves at the tip.
2. Finely chop 2 tablespoons of the stripped rosemary leaves and set them aside.
3. Place the stems in a bowl and add cold water to cover; soak for at least 30 minutes.
4. Drain the stems and pat them dry with paper towelling.
5. Skewer 2 fig halves crosswise on each rosemary stem.
6. Arrange the skewers on a plate with the cut sides of the figs facing up.
7. In a small bowl, mix together honey and lemon juice.
8. Brush the honey/lemon mixture over the cut side of the figs.
9. Preheat the broiler or grill to medium-high.
10. Grill or broil the figs until they are lightly browned and softened, about 1 to 2 minutes per side.
11. Sprinkle evenly with the reserved rosemary leaves and some black pepper.
12. Serve on the skewers while still hot.
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