Grilled Figs With Honey Ricotta

• 8 -10 fresh figs
• 1 -2 tablespoon macadamia nuts, chopped (or almonds chopped)
• 2 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 cup of fresh ricotta cheese
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 8 -10 mint leaves (to garnish) (optional)

1. Pre-heat the grill.
2. Trim fig stems, if any, and cut figs in half length-ways.
3. Lightly butter a shallow baking dish. Place the figs curved side down in the dish. Sprinkle each fig with a little brown sugar. Sprinkle nuts over figs, if using.
4. Grill figs for about 3-4 minutes or until the sugar starts to bubble.
5. Meanwhile, combine ricotta and honey in a bowl and stir until smooth and creamy.
6. Remove figs from the oven and gently place on serving plates with a dollop of honey ricotta.
7. Garnish with mint leaves and serve. Enjoy!

fresh figs, nuts, brown sugar, ricotta cheese, honey, vanilla, mint

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/grilled-figs-with-honey-ricotta-370995 (may not work)