Apricots baked in fig leaves is a classic summer dessert that combines the sweet, juicy flavor of apricots with the aromatic, slightly bitter taste of fig leaves. This simple yet elegant dish is a perfect way to showcase the bounty of the season's fresh fruit. The apricots are wrapped in fig leaves and baked until they are soft and tender, creating a delicate and flavorful dessert that is sure to impress your guests. Served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, apricots baked in fig leaves is a delightful treat that is perfect for any occasion.
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APRICOTS WITH HERBED GOAT CHEESE
After ending up with bunches of apricots one summer, I created this quick and simple dish. My friends were blown away with its fresh taste and uniqueness. -Wendy Weidner, Ham Lake, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place goat cheese, minced basil, chives and milk in a mini food processor; process until smooth. Arrange apricot slices on a serving platter. Drop goat cheese mixture by teaspoonfuls over top. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; drizzle with balsamic glaze. Garnish with additional basil leaves. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges
APRICOTS BAKED IN FIG LEAVES
Succulent apricots wrapped in fig leaves need little more than a sprinkling of sugar and lemon zest to enhance their flavor. But, as Martha discovers, a dollop of vanilla ice cream certainly makes a delicious accompaniment.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly butter two medium baking dishes. Sprinkle each dish with 1/2 teaspoon sugar; set aside.
- Place a fig leaf, dark-side down, on a work surface. Place an apricot half, cut-side up, in center of leaf. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon sugar, and dot with 1/2 teaspoon butter. Wrap leaf around apricot to enclose. Place, seam-side down, in prepared dish. Repeat with remaining apricots, placing 4 wrapped apricots in each dish. Brush packets with remaining 3 1/2 teaspoons butter and sprinkle with remaining 2 teaspoons sugar. Sprinkle lemon zest evenly over the packets. Bake until fruit is soft when pierced with the tip of a knife, about 20 minutes. Serve topped with a scoop of ice cream.
HALIBUT BAKED ON A FIG LEAF
The fig leaves are not really for eating. They keep the fish juicy while it cooks and make it smell like coconut. You can cook these in the oven or on a grill.
Provided by Alice Waters
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 375°F. Wash the fig leaves, and put them on the table, shiny side up. Put the fish in the middle of each leaf. Oil the fish on both sides, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Fold up the fig leaf over the fish to make a package. Put the folded side down when you place it on a baking sheet or on the grill so that it will stay closed. If you're baking the fish, pour about 1/4 cup water on the baking sheet.
- Put the baking sheet with the four packages in the oven for about 10 minutes. (If grilling the fish, cook 3 to 4 minutes on one side, then turn it over and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes.) To see if it is done, open up one of the packages and look at the center of the fish. If it's white and flaky all through, it's done. Remember, it will continue to cook a bit after you take it out of the oven, so don't cook it too much. Put the packages on plates, and let each person open their own. It is good with a squeeze of lemon and a little extra salt.
EASY BAKED APRICOTS
A very easy summer dessert with only 3 ingredients. You can easily make this for more people- count about 2 to 3 apricots and 1 tablespoon chopped almonds and sugar per person. Serve warm or at room temperature with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Provided by nch
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegan Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place almonds on a baking sheet and bake in the preheating oven until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Place apricot wedges in an overlapping pattern in individual gratin dishes or a baking dish. Mix almonds and brown sugar and scatter over apricots.
- Bake in the preheated oven until apricots are bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 4.9 mg, Sugar 23 g
BAKED APRICOTS (FRANCE)
This recipe comes from the 2005 cookbook, The Best Recipes in the World. "Roasting them (the apricots) in the oven...intensifies their sweetness and makes average apricots quite suculent."
Provided by Sydney Mike
Categories Dessert
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F & generously butter a large baking dish.
- Put apricot halves, cut side up & in one layer, in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle with sugar, dot with butter & bake until tender, about 15 minutes, or until the apricots are caramelized with the sugar but still retain their shape.
- Serve hot with creme fraiche or vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.2, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 2.3, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 16.8, Protein 1.7
Tips:
- Look for the ripest and freshest apricots, with no bruises or blemishes.
- If you can't find fig leaves, you can substitute grape leaves or parchment paper.
- Don't crowd the apricots in the baking dish, or they won't cook evenly.
- Bake the apricots until they are tender and slightly browned, about 20-25 minutes.
- Serve the apricots warm or at room temperature, with a dollop of yogurt or a scoop of ice cream.
Conclusion:
Apricots baked in fig leaves are a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The apricots are tender and juicy, with a slightly caramelized flavor, and the fig leaves add a subtle floral note. This recipe is also very easy to make, and it can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.
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