Fig Sandwiches
A simple recipe for fig sandwiches using figs, almonds, and lemon juice, served on ladyfingers or cakelets.
Ingredients
- 1/4 pound Figs
- 1/4 cup Water
- 1/3 cup Almonds
- 1/2 of a lemon Lemon juice
- as needed Ladyfingers or cakelets (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
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Instructions
- 1Chop the figs very fine. Add the water and cook to a smooth paste. This can be done in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, or in a microwave.
- 2Add the blanched, chopped almonds and the lemon juice to the fig paste. Stir to combine.
- 3When the fig mixture is cold, spread it upon ladyfingers or cakelets. Top with another ladyfinger or cakelet to create a sandwich. Serve on a plate.
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