Oranges and Figs in Spiced Red Wine

• 2 cups red wine
• 1 cup sugar
• Tied in cheesecloth: 1 inch piece of cinnamon stick; 4 star anise, 4 cardamom pods and 2 whole cloves
• 6 large navel oranges, peeled, pith removed and cut in half lengthwise
• 12 dried figs, halved
• 1/3 cup walnuts or pistachios, chopped

1. Combine the wine, sugar and bouquet garni in a saucepan large enough to contain the oranges and figs in a single layer.
2. Bring to a simmer, covered, over moderate heat.
3. Add the figs and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Add the oranges and turn them for 3 to 4 minutes, turning them so they cook evenly.
5. Turn the heat off and let the oranges and figs cool in the syrup.
6. Remove them to a serving bowl.
7. Reduce the syrup by half and let cool.
8. Discard bouquet garni and spoon syrup over figs and oranges.
9. Garnish with walnuts or pistachios if you wish.

red wine, sugar, cinnamon, oranges, walnuts

Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/oranges-and-figs-in-spiced-red-wine-recipe.html (may not work)