Sauteed Figs With Ricotta

Name: Sauteed Figs With Ricotta
Prep time: 4 min
Cook time: 4 min
Total time: 8 min
Yield: 3 serving(s)
Ingredients: 6 fresh figs, trimmed and cut in half; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 4 -6 teaspoons brown sugar; 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 cup low-fat ricotta cheese; 1/2 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest

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"I actually combined elements of two different recipes to create this lovely dessert."

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Ready In:: 8mins
Ingredients:: 7
Serves:: 3

ingredients

6 fresh figs, trimmed and cut in half
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 -6 teaspoons brown sugar
¹⁄₈ teaspoon cinnamon
¹⁄₂ cup low-fat ricotta cheese
¹⁄₂ tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest

directions

Combine the ricotta cheese, 1/2 TBS sugar and lemon zest in a bowl and refrigerate for a few hours if you have the time.
Combine the figs, vinegar, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl. Let marinate 10 - 15 minutes.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the figs and sauce. Cook for a few minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
For each serving, spoon 1/3 of the ricotta in the center of a dessert plate or bowl. Then arrange 4 fig halves around the ricotta, and drizzle with sauce.