Poached Figs

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Poached Figs

 

Wash and remove the stems from:

1 lb. dried figs

 

cold water to cover well

1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice

piece of lemon rind

large piece of ginger root

 

Stew the figs, covered, until they are soft. Drain and

sweeten the juice with: sugar (about 1 cup).

 

Simmer the syrup until thick. Add 1 tablespoon lemon

juice. Replace the figs in the syrup. Cool. Add 1

tablespoon dry sherry. Chill and serve with cream

(optional).