Prepare to be amazed as we take you on a culinary journey to discover the ultimate recipe for the tantalizing "Mixed Nut n Fig Pie." This delectable treat is a symphony of flavors and textures, where crunchy nuts and luscious figs come together in perfect harmony. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this step-by-step guide will lead you to create a masterpiece that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on this scrumptious adventure together!
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MIXED NUT 'N' FIG PIE
A hint of orange flavor compliments the figs in this festive dessert. It's a lovely pie for Thanksgiving, Christmas or any occasion.-Barbara Estabrook, Rhinelander, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Line a 9-in. pie plate with pastry; trim and flute edges. Line pastry with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce heat to 300°., In a small saucepan, combine figs and water. Cook and stir over low heat until water is absorbed. Remove from the heat; stir in marmalade. In a large bowl, combine brown sugar and cornstarch. Add the corn syrup, eggs, butter, vanilla and fig mixture; stir in nuts. Pour into crust., Bake at 300° for 1 to 1-1/4 hours or until set. Cover edges with foil during the last 30 minutes to prevent overbrowning if necessary. Cool on a wire rack., In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and marmalade; beat until soft peaks form. Serve with pie. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 749 calories, Fat 40g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 148mg cholesterol, Sodium 321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 95g carbohydrate (52g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
FIG AND CHERRY COOKIE PIES
Similar to cucidati, the Italian fig cookies traditionally served at Christmastime, these adorable mini pies are filled with dried figs, dried cherries and almonds, then topped with a pretty almond-flavored glaze. But unlike most cucidati recipes, this one calls for softening the dried fruit in simmering water before it is puréed with nuts and spices. Sometimes dried fruit from the store comes without a drop of moisture left in it, so rehydrating it helps bring back some softness and ensures that the filling doesn't rob moisture from the pastry as it bakes.
Provided by Samantha Seneviratne
Categories cookies and bars, dessert
Time 2h
Yield About 2½ dozen cookies
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Prepare the pastry: Combine the flour, confectioners' sugar and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Add the butter and pulse until the mixture resembles a coarse meal. Add the egg yolks and cream, and pulse just until the dough starts to come together. Add more cream if necessary, but stop before the dough is too wet. Tip the dough out onto a piece of plastic wrap and form it into a ball, divide in two and wrap each half in plastic wrap. Chill for at least 2 hours.
- Meanwhile, prepare the filling: In a small saucepan, combine the figs, cherries and 1¼ cups water, and bring to a low simmer over medium heat. Cook until the figs are very soft, about 15 minutes, adding a little more water as necessary to make a moist paste. Transfer to the bowl of a food processor and add the almonds, brown sugar, rum, orange zest, cinnamon and salt, and pulse until you have a relatively smooth paste. (You should have about 1¼ cups filling.) Let cool completely.
- Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Working with 1 ball at a time, roll the dough out to ⅛-inch thickness on a very lightly floured surface. Use a 2¼-inch cookie cutter to cut out circles. Transfer the circles to the prepared baking sheet. Scoop about a scant tablespoon of filling onto half of the dough circles. Brush the edges of the filled circles with a bit of cream and top with another dough circle, gently pressing the edges to seal. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling. (If the dough becomes too soft, pop it into the fridge to firm up before continuing.) You can reroll and cut the dough scraps one time.
- Chill the pies for 10 minutes. Use a fork to crimp all of the edges. (If you'd like to neaten the edges, you can go over the cookies again with the cookie cutter.) Refrigerate the cookies for at least 30 more minutes. While the cookies chill, heat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Brush the top of each cookie with cream. Bake until they're golden and crisp, 25 to 30 minutes, rotating the sheets halfway through. Transfer cookies to a rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar, almond extract and 3 tablespoons cream. The icing should be spreadable. If it isn't, stir in another tablespoon cream. Spread a bit of the glaze on each cookie and top with sprinkles. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for a month.
MIXED NUT PIE
This is like pecan pie but lots better. Have never taken it anywhere that I have not been asked for the recipe. In place of the mixed nuts you can use any combination of pecans, walnuts or cashews also.
Provided by Tweater
Categories Pie
Time 1h20m
Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a saucepan boil the sugar and corn syrup together for 3 minutes to dissolve the sugar. Cool slightly.
- In a large bowl beat eggs lightly and slowly pour the sugar/corn syrup mixture into the eggs, stirring constantly.
- Stir in the butter, vanilla and nuts and pour into crust.
- Bake at 350 degrees for about 60 minutes or until set in the middle.
- If getting too brown cover with aluminum foil.during last 15 minutes of cooking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 667.1, Fat 33.3, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 121, Sodium 423.1, Carbohydrate 88.4, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 42.2, Protein 10.5
MIXED NUT 'N' FIG PIE
From Taste of Home A hint of orange flavor compliments the figs in this festive dessert. It's a lovely pie for Thanksgiving, Christmas or any occasion.-Barbara Estabrook, Rhinelander, Wisconsin
Provided by Lizzie Rodriquez
Categories Pie
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Line a 9-in. pie plate with pastry; trim and flute edges. Line pastry with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce heat to 300°.
- In a small saucepan, combine figs and water. Cook and stir over low heat until water is absorbed. Remove from the heat; stir in marmalade. In a large bowl, combine brown sugar and cornstarch. Add the corn syrup, eggs, butter, vanilla and fig mixture; stir in nuts. Pour into crust.
- Bake at 300° for 1 to 1-1/4 hours or until set. Cover edges with foil during the last 30 minutes to prevent overbrowning if necessary. Cool on a wire rack.
- In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and marmalade; beat until soft peaks form. Serve with pie. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 606.3, Fat 34.7, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 133.4, Sodium 223, Carbohydrate 72.3, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 43.8, Protein 7.9
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your pie.
- Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make it tough.
- Chill the dough before baking. This will help the dough hold its shape and prevent it from shrinking.
- Don't overcook the pie. Overcooking the pie will make the crust dry and the filling tough.
- Let the pie cool before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld.
Conclusion:
Mixed Nut n' Fig Pie is a delicious and easy-to-make pie that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of sweet and savory flavors, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give Mixed Nut n' Fig Pie a try. You won't be disappointed!
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