Marsala-Poached Figs over Ricotta |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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Vanilla-infused ricotta cheese is the perfect foil for saucy poached figs. From Eating Well Magazine. I can't wait to try this! NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 259 calories; 7 g fat (3 g sat, 3 g mono); 19 mg cholesterol; 45 g carbohydrate; 9 g protein; 5 g fiber; 86 mg sodium; 444 mg potassium. Ingredients:
1/2 cup quartered dried fig |
1/4 cup marsala or 1/4 cup port wine |
2 teaspoons honey |
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese |
1 teaspoon sugar |
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract |
1 tablespoon toasted slivered almonds |
Directions:
1. Place figs, Marsala (or port) and honey in a small saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until the figs soften and the wine is syrupy.
3. Stir together ricotta, sugar and vanilla.
4. Divide between 2 bowls and top with the fig mixture and almonds.
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