Grilled Ham
Brie Stuffed Figs

A sophisticated appetizer pairing the natural sweetness of fresh figs with creamy Brie, savory ham, and a hint of honey. Elegant, quick, and perfectly balanced.

Ingredients

• 8-10 fresh figs
• 150 g Brie cheese
• 4-5 slices cured ham
• 3 tbsp crushed nuts, such as walnuts or pecans
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary
• 1 tsp fresh lemon zest

Instructions

1. 1Prepare the figs

   

   Take your fresh figs and gently cut a cross shape into the top of each one, being careful not to slice all the way through to the base. This creates a perfect opening for your fillings.

   Tip: Keep the figs upright while cutting to ensure a clean, stable opening.
2. 2Slice the Brie

   

   Take a wheel or wedge of Brie cheese and cut it into thick, manageable slices. These pieces should be sized appropriately to fit into the cross-cut openings you made in the figs.

   Tip: If the Brie is too soft to cut, chill it in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to make slicing easier.
3. 3Stuff the figs

   

   Arrange your prepared figs in a baking dish. Carefully insert a thick slice of Brie cheese into the center of each fig, pushing it gently into the cross-shaped cut.

   Tip: Use a small knife or your fingers to slightly widen the opening if the cheese is a tight fit.
4. 4Add the nuts

   

   Once all the figs are stuffed with Brie, take a handful of crushed nuts and sprinkle them generously over the top of the figs. This adds a wonderful texture and nutty flavor to the dish.

   Tip: Walnuts or pecans work particularly well for this recipe.
5. 5Add ham and rosemary

   

   Place a small piece of ham on top of each stuffed fig. Then, tuck a sprig of fresh rosemary into the filling to infuse the dish with aromatic, savory notes during the baking process.

   Tip: Use high-quality cured ham for the best flavor balance with the sweet figs.
6. 6Add lemon zest and finish

   

   Using a zester, grate some fresh lemon zest directly over the assembled figs in the baking dish. Finally, drizzle a little honey over everything before placing it in the oven.

   Tip: Only zest the bright yellow part of the lemon peel; avoid the bitter white pith.
7. 7Drizzle with honey

   

   Using a small spoon or the honey dispenser, gently drizzle a light coating of honey over the stuffed figs and garnishes. This adds a subtle sweetness that balances the saltiness of the ham and the creaminess of the Brie cheese.

   Tip: For an even coating, drizzle in a zigzag motion over all the figs at once.
8. 8Bake the stuffed figs

   

   Carefully place the prepared baking dish into the preheated oven at 175 degrees. Bake for 5-10 minutes, or until the Brie is soft and melting and the ham is slightly warmed. Watch closely to ensure the rosemary does not burn.

   Tip: Keep the baking dish on the middle rack for even heat distribution and perfect melting.

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