Balsamic Glazed Figs With Pancetta And Mascarpone

Total Time: 25 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• 16 figs
• 4 pieces pancetta
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons honey
• 8 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 dash salt
• 1 dash pepper
• 4 tablespoons mascarpone cheese, whipped

Recipe

• 1 pack the pancetta with the brown sugar on both sides.
• 2 in a non-stick skillet over high heat, cook the pancetta thoroughly until it starts to crisp. when ready, remove the pancetta from the pan to a plate lined with a paper towel to soak up excess oil.
• 3 remove most of the leftover pancetta oil from the skillet, and in the same pan add the halved figs (without stems) with the balsamic vinegar and the honey.
• 4 the balsamic will quickly start to thicken. stir constantly to prevent burning, and add salt and pepper to taste. alternatively you can roast the figs in the oven (400f) with a bit of olive oil and brown sugar until they soften, and then combine with the balsamic reduction made on the stovetop.
• 5 when the liquids reduce to about half, remove from heat.
• 6 each plate receives a piece of pancetta; top with the figs (4 per person) and the reduction. add a dollop of mascarpone and enjoy!