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Elegant Fig Appetizers with Goat Cheese and Almonds

“This is a combination of several fresh fig appetizer recipes. The flavors of fresh figs, tangy goat cheese, salty almonds, sweet honey, and balsamic vinegar contrast to make these a delicious and very pretty appetizer. Arrange figs in a circle, tops facing in, for a flower effect and this will be a lovely addition to a bridal shower menu or any formal event.”

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Reviewed: Oct. 9, 2009

This can be made in a matter of minutes, and is beautiful and delicious.

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ZOZOMEL

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Reviewed: Oct. 2, 2009

quick, easy, and fabulous! my neighbor asked me to bring an appetizer for a dinner gathering. they went fast! everyone commented how great they were. super easy to make, especially when you have a fig tree in your front yard!

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Lisa

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Home Town: Lansing, Michigan, USA

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Reviewed: Sep. 27, 2009

This got rave reviews at the dinner party I took it to. I used sliced almonds instead of whole because I thought they would be a better fit texture wise. I was able to take them quite a ways to the party in a thermal bag with a heated brick and then pour on the balsamic/honey glaze when I got there.

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Reviewed: Sep. 14, 2009

So easy! The figs are in season right now so this recipe was a timely find. I took these to a party and everyone was raving! Salted almonds work best. They travel well, too! Now my favorite recipe!

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PattiG

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Reviewed: Aug. 13, 2009

This was very easy and a really great combination of flavors and textures. I had 8 rather than 12 figs, and didn't alter the amounts of honey or balsamic. I went heavy on the herbed chevre (probably more like a solid teaspoon+), and used cashews, because we are not huge almond fans. My husband wanted to know if there were any more when he finished his, high praise indeed.

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NAOMI

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Home Town: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

Living In: Santa Clara, California, USA

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Reviewed: Jul. 26, 2009

I signed up JUST so that I could rate this dish. I am so hooked on it. The overall taste is like nothing I've ever had before. If you have fresh figs this recipe is a must try. I thought the honey wasn't necessary.

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Boswell

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Reviewed: Jun. 29, 2009

Fantastic.... used dried figs without a problem. Even my 13yo son who claims he doesn't like figs loved!

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JMASTRON

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Reviewed: May 10, 2009

Elegant, easy and yummy!

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GEORGIASHOME

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Reviewed: Jan. 9, 2009

I ate something similar to this at a party so I was glad I found this recipe...so simple yet so divine! I didn't use almonds. Another twist would be to wrap some proscuitta around the fig...I would probably put it in the oven for a bit verses under the broiler though.

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MrsSayerzy

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Reviewed: Oct. 26, 2008

This is simple and delicious. The only goat cheese I could find was sweetened - with honey. It all worked well together. I always sprout almonds before cooking with them - that is, I wash and soak them in water and a dash of sea salt the night before, then rinse before using. This makes the almonds creamier and tastier!

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kelly h.

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Reviewed: Sep. 6, 2008

Heavenly. Our tree produces very big figs, so I needed more goat cheese. I had a Late Harvest Reisling Vinegar that I used in place of the Balsamic. So easy and just outstanding.

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Nana2007

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Living In: Santa Rosa, California, USA

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Reviewed: Jun. 28, 2008

made tonight . loved them. used feta instead of goat, due to price at grocery store. Feta less expensive. thank you!

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SHERRIRENEE

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Reviewed: Mar. 7, 2008

I forgot to put use the balsamic vinegar on but I recieved complements on these "gourmet appetizer" at the wine and cheese party I brought these to! I also used plain goat cheese because that was what I could find. I will be making this again!

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kitchenmarea

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Home Town: San Diego, California, USA

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Reviewed: Dec. 24, 2007

Don't plan on this recipe before you find out if figs are in season. I used dried, but I'm sure they tasted nothing like they were suppose to. Who knew figs weren't available all the time....

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Reviewed: Oct. 25, 2007

I used dried, pitted figs instead of fresh, and sprinkled pre-sliced almonds on top, and it was still absolutely tremendous! Plus, it was only a matter of minutes to prepare and a breeze to serve. This will definitely be a new "go to" recipe!

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