Best 4 Caramelized Figs With Vanilla Ice Cream And Aged Balsamic Vinegar Recipes

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Caramelized figs are a delightful and elegant dessert that combines the natural sweetness of figs with the richness of vanilla ice cream and the tanginess of aged balsamic vinegar. This gourmet treat is perfect for special occasions or as a luxurious ending to a romantic dinner. The caramelization process brings out the fig's natural sugars, while the vanilla ice cream provides a creamy contrast and the balsamic vinegar adds a touch of acidity. This delightful dessert is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.

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FIGS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR, MASCARPONE, AND WALNUTS



Figs with Balsamic Vinegar, Mascarpone, and Walnuts image

Categories     Cheese     Dairy     Fruit     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Vinegar     Fig     Walnut     Fall     Winter     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 (dessert) servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup dry red wine
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1 pound dried Mission figs, stems discarded
3/4 cup walnut pieces (2 ounces), toasted
1/2 cup mascarpone

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Bring wine, vinegar, and sugar to a boil in a 3-quart heavy nonreactive saucepan over moderate heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved, then add figs and gently simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Pour figs with liquid into a 2-quart shallow glass or ceramic baking dish and sprinkle with walnuts. Bake, uncovered, until figs are softened and have absorbed about two thirds of liquid, about 30 minutes. Cool slightly, about 15 minutes.
  • Serve warm figs with sauce and a dollop of mascarpone.

CARAMELIZED FIGS WITH VANILLA ICE CREAM AND AGED BALSAMIC VINEGAR



Caramelized Figs with Vanilla Ice Cream and Aged Balsamic Vinegar image

Categories     Fruit     Dessert     Broil     Quick & Easy     Vinegar     Fig     Summer     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 firm-ripe fresh figs, trimmed and halved lengthwise
3 tablespoons turbinado sugar such as Sugar in the Raw or packed light brown sugar, forced through a sieve
1 pt super premium vanilla ice cream
1 to 2 tablespoons aged (preferably 10 years or more) balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Arrange figs, cut sides up, in a large shallow baking pan. Sprinkle sugar evenly over fruit and broil 2 to 3 inches from heat until most of sugar is melted and deep golden in places, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Immediately serve figs over ice cream, drizzled with vinegar.

BAKED FIGS WITH GORGONZOLA AND AGED BALSAMIC VINEGAR



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large figs cut half
8 teaspoon gorgonzola
2 tablespoons balsamic plus 1 tablespoon balsamic for dressing
1-ounce olive oil
2 ounces mesclun salad
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cut figs in half, then stuff with a teaspoon of cheese and cover with 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar. Bake in 350-degree oven until warm, about 3 to 4 minutes. Mix oil and vinegar to make a dressing and toss with the mesclun salad. Season with salt and pepper. Serve the salad on the plate with the figs.

VANILLA ICE CREAM WITH BALSAMIC FIG SAUCE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 18m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pints vanilla bean ice cream
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar, eyeball it
1/2 cup water, eyeball it
10 dried Mission figs or 20 baby Mission figs, chopped
1 canister prepared real whipped cream from dairy aisle of market
Freshly grated nutmeg, to garnish

Steps:

  • Place ice cream on counter to soften. In a small pot, combine vinegar and water and bring to a boil. Add figs and reduce heat to simmer. Stew figs in sauce until they are soft and sauce is thick and syrupy, about 12 minutes.
  • Scoop ice cream into glass goblets or other dessert dishes and top liberally with hot balsamic fig sauce and whipped cream. Garnish the top of the whipped cream with a little freshly grated nutmeg.

Tips:

- Choose ripe, fresh figs for the best flavor. - Use a heavy-bottom skillet to prevent the figs from sticking. - Cook the figs over medium heat to allow them to caramelize slowly and evenly. - Don't overcrowd the skillet, as this will prevent the figs from caramelizing properly. - Use a spatula to gently flip the figs to prevent them from breaking. - Add a splash of water or white wine to the skillet if the figs start to stick. - Serve the caramelized figs immediately with vanilla ice cream and aged排水balsamic vinegar.

Conclusion:

Caramelized figs with vanilla ice cream and agedدbalsamic vinegar is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet and slightly tart flavors of the figs pair perfectly with the creamy vanilla ice cream and the rich, tangy vinegar. This dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.

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