Figs Foster

Figs Foster is my take on the classic Louisiana dish Bananas Foster (using figs instead of bananas…obviously).  Ripened figs can be found throughout south Louisiana during the summer months.  These small packages of joy work well in desserts as well as served alongside many meat dishes.  This is by far and away my favorite use for figs.

Special Equipment

12” Skillet

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 1/2 cups dark brown sugar
• 1 cup rum (I prefer Bayou Rum from Lacassine, LA)
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 cup figs (halved)
• Vanilla Ice Cream

Process

1. In a large skillet, melt the butter.
2. Add cinnamon, sugar, and cream and cook until the sugar is melted.
3. Add figs and cook until softened.
4. Add rum and flambé
5. Spoon hot mixture over ice cream

Chef’s Note:

Chopped pecans can be added at the end for texture.