Figs with Goat Cheese and Honey

In the fig season this 10-minute Baked fig Gourmet Recipe with goat cheese, honey and sage is a gentle reminder that some delicious recipes are only available in their season. The fig season is short, so make this dish and enjoy life!

This recipe is super easy and quick and requires only five simple ingredients: figs, goat cheese, honey, walnuts and sage.

Store in the fridge and add some to your green salad. They are perfect cold and can rest in the fridge safely for a week.

Your Lunchbox will also love them.

How to Make Baked Figs with Goat Cheese:

• First, cut off the stems and make an X cut in the top of each fig half way through.
• Stuff them with soft goat cheese and sprinkle some chopped walnuts and sage. Drizzle with honey. Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
• Bake for 5 minutes.

Variations:

Substitute goat cheese with mozzarella or blue cheeses.

Adding capers or olives highlights the sweet taste of figs and adds an extra savory note;

Drizzle lemon juice over figs for freshness.

Wrap figs in prosciutto and bake;

Use any nuts you have – almonds, pistachios, pine seeds or pecans

Sage give the best flavor. If you do not have, substitute sage for rosemary, thyme or basil;

Serve figs as an addition to your cheese plate and don’t forget the wine! 😉