Recipe Detail

Preparation 20 mins | Cooking 10 mins | Serves 4

8 plump figs

125g soft blue cheese, cut into 8 pieces

8 thin slices prosciutto

1 tbs extra virgin olive oil

1 tbs caramelised balsamic vinegar

STEP 1:   Preheat oven to 200°C/180°C fan-forced. Trim fig stems and cut a small cross into the top of each fig. Insert a piece of blue cheese into each cross. 

STEP 2:   Wrap each fig in a slice of prosciutto and secure with a toothpick.  Place into a baking pan lined with baking paper. Drizzle with oil and caramelised balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

STEP 3:   Roast for 12-15 minutes until cheese melts and figs are warmed through. Remove toothpicks. Serve drizzled with the pan juices.