Prepare up until the stage where it needs skimming, cool and refrigerate; then heat for the final half hour after adding the figs. The dried figs give a lovely sweet/sour combination with the ...

Season with freshly ground black pepper. Place fig tapenade in a bowl, cover and set aside. Season lamb medallions with plenty of freshly ground black pepper and rub with olive oil. Heat a large ...

Fresh figs are not gritty and tough like dried ones are. Choose fruit that is soft to the touch but not mushy, with the texture of a ripe apricot or peach. And be sure to store your figs properly ...