Figgy Salad Recipe

By seo53

Ingredients

• 12 or so fresh figs
• 1/2 cup ruby port
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons balsamic
• 1 shallot
• 2 ounces chevre or other soft cheese, sliced
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
• freshly ground pepper
• fresh greens, washed and spun dry

Preparation

Step 1

Cut the stems off the figs, rinse them and cook, covered, over medium heat with the port and sugar about 10 minutes. Drain figs and set aside. Cool and slice. Save the liquids. In glass measuring cup, microwave hazelnuts on high 1 minute. Stir. Repeat 1-2 minutes more or until the nuts have toasted. Cool and chop. Reheat the cooking liquid over low heat and stir in the vinegar, shallot, cheese, oil and seasonings. Add the figs and cook and stir until the cheese has melted. Toss the greens in large salad bowl with the nuts and the warm dressing. Serve immediately.