FIG SANDWICHES
These Fig Sandwiches offer a delightful combination of sweet and simple flavors, perfect for a light snack or elegant tea party. The creamy fig paste, infused with a hint of lemon, complements the delicate flavor of buttered bread, creating a satisfying and refreshing treat. Serve these sandwiches as a sophisticated appetizer or a sweet ending to a meal.
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Fresh figs (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 2 tablespoons Water (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1/2 teaspoon Lemon juice (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 2 tablespoons Butter (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 8 slices Bread, thinly sliced (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
Instructions
- 1Remove the stems from the figs and chop them finely. Place the chopped figs in a double boiler with 2 tablespoons of water.
- 2Cook the figs in the double boiler over simmering water until they form a paste, about 15 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- 3Remove from heat and add 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice. Set aside to cool completely.
- 4Spread butter on thin slices of bread. Once the fig paste is cool, spread it evenly on the buttered bread slices. Serve immediately or chill for later.