Stuffed Dried Figs

• coarsely ground walnuts↗1 1⁄4 cups
• ground cinnamon↗2 tablespoons
• ground cloves↗1 teaspoon
• freshly grated nutmeg1 teaspoon
• ground ginger↗1 teaspoon
• dried calimyrna fig↗1 lb

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Wash figs and allow to dry out for 2 days at room temperature.

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.

3. 3

   In a medium bowl, combine the walnuts, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger.

4. 4

   Make a slash in the bottom of each fig and fill them with the walnut mixture, then press them closed.

5. 5

   Place the figs cut side down on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, or until golden.

6. 6

   Let cool completely before serving.

7. 7

   Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.