Vanilla-infused ricotta cheese is the perfect foil for saucy poached figs.

Makes 2 servings

ACTIVE TIME: 5 minutes

TOTAL TIME: 15 minutes

EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy

1/2 cup quartered dried figs
1/4 cup Marsala or port
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta
1 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon toasted slivered almonds

Place figs, Marsala (or port) and honey in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until the figs soften and the wine is syrupy. Stir together ricotta, sugar and vanilla. Divide between 2 bowls and top with the fig mixture and almonds.

NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 259 calories; 7 g fat (3 g sat, 3 g mono); 19 mg cholesterol; 45 g carbohydrate; 9 g protein; 5 g fiber; 86 mg sodium; 444 mg potassium.


2 1/2 Carbohydrate Servings

Highly recommend this recipe. Lovely dessert and easy to make. I've made it twice in the last two months and it has been a hit both times.

Anonymous, Bryn Mawr, PA