French Fig Compote With Honey Creme Fraiche Recipes

FRESH FIG COMPOTE

Steps:

• Add the figs, sugar, about 1 teaspoon of orange zest, and 2 tablespoons of orange juice to a small, heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil covered. Then uncover, stir and boil for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for about 45 minutes, continuing to stir occasionally. Once the compote is well-mixed and the figs are falling apart, take it off the heat and add the salt and vanilla. Stir to combine.
• Let the compote cool down a bit, then serve or refrigerate. If refrigerating, bring it back to room temperature when serving.

FRENCH TOAST CROSTINI WITH HONEY CREME FRAICHE

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, vanilla, salt and cinnamon until well blended.
• In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Remember, butter burns very quickly. Dip each side of the bread in the egg mixture and gently shake off excess egg batter. Do not over soak the bread, or it will be soggy. When the butter begins to foam, add the egg-soaked bread to the pan. Cook over medium-high heat. Peek under the edges of the bread with a spatula and flip when the toast is golden brown. Repeat. Keep warm between 2 plates on the stove top or in a 150 to 200 degree F oven.
• Garnish the top of each slice of French toast with 1 to 2 tablespoons of Honey Creme Fraiche, drizzle with lavender honey and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of toasted almonds. Repeat the process with the remaining slices of bread.
• In a medium bowl combine all of the ingredients and whisk well.

FIG COMPOTE WITH HONEY AND THYME

Steps:

• Place the water, honey, sugar and thyme in a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and add the figs. Cook until figs are softened, about 10 minutes. Remove the figs to a bowl with a slotted spoon. Increase the heat and reduce the liquid to 1 cup. Let cool slightly and pour the liquid over the figs. Serve at room temperature.