Caramelized Onion, Fig, and Goat Cheese Swirl

• 1 Tbs. olive oil
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced (2 cups)
• 14 dried black mission figs, hard tips removed ( 1/4 lb.)
• 2 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary
• 4 oz. goat cheese, softened and crumbled

1. Heat oil in skillet over medium-low heat.
2. Add onion and pinch of salt.
3. Cook 40 minutes, or until onion is tender, lightly browned, and reduced to 1 cup, stirring occasionally.
4. Meanwhile, place figs in bowl, and cover with boiling water.
5. Soak 5 minutes, or until tender.
6. Drain, and reserve 1/4 cup soaking liquid.
7. Puree figs, onion, and rosemary in food processor until smooth, adding up to 1/4 cup reserved liquid if necessary.
8. Season with salt and pepper.
9. Transfer to bowl, and fold in goat cheese, being careful to leave white streaks in mix.

olive oil, onion, mission figs, rosemary, goat cheese

Taken from www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/caramelized-onion-fig-and-goat-cheese-swirl/ (may not work)