Candied Fig and Gorgonzola Bites

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   ~5 min
2. 2

   Wash and halve the fresh figs. Gently press each fig half onto the prepared baking sheet.

   ~5 min
3. 3

   In a small saucepan over low heat, gently warm the honey. Stir in the chopped fresh thyme.

   ~3 min
4. 4

   Brush the honey and thyme mixture over the cut surface of each fig half.

   ~2 min
5. 5

   Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the figs are softened and slightly caramelized.

   ~20 min
6. 6

   While the figs are baking, crumble the Gorgonzola cheese. Lightly toast the walnuts if desired.

   ~5 min
7. 7

   Remove figs from the oven. Top each fig half with a small piece of Gorgonzola cheese and a few toasted walnuts.

   ~3 min
8. 8

   Drizzle each bite with balsamic glaze just before serving.

   ~2 min