Zurie’s Fresh Fig Compote Over Cream Cheese

Description This is a great way to use up some fresh figs. It is such an easy and popular appetizer in our home. We serve this with buttery crackers. Ingredients ⅔ cup brown sugar ¼ cup water 1 pinch salt 2 cups fresh figs, stemmed and quartered 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 (8 ounce) package … Read more

Fig and Ricotta Crostini

Description For this appetizer, toasted rounds of baguette are topped with delicious, fresh summer ingredients. Ingredients 1 French baguette, cut into 1/2 inch slices 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese 12 fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips 8 black mission figs, cut in quarters ¼ cup aged balsamic vinegar Instructions Preheat oven to 375 … Read more

Fig and Brie Crostini

Description Easy and impressive appetizer! Make the fig spread the night before to save yourself the prep time on the day of an event. Ingredients 1 cup finely chopped dried figs ½ cup cider vinegar ¼ cup brown sugar ¼ cup minced white onion ½ teaspoon ground ginger 1 pinch garlic powder 1 pinch cayenne … Read more