Name: Marsala-poached figs
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 cup (250ml) water; 1/2 cup (125ml) marsala; 1/2 cup (110g) caster sugar; 18 dried figs

Ingredients

1 cup (250ml) water

1/2 cup (125ml) marsala

1/2 cup (110g) caster sugar

18 dried figs

Method

1.In a medium saucepan, combine the water, marsala and sugar; stir over low heat for about 3-5 minutes, or until sugar dissolves.

2.Bring to the boil; add figs. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, without stirring, for about 30 minutes or until figs soften. Serve warm.

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