Honey-Roasted Figs with Labneh & Pistachios
Servings
4 – 6
Ready In:
45 minutes
Prep time:
10 minutes + time to strain labneh (1-2 days)
Cook time:
30 – 35 minutes
Introduction
About this Recipe
By: Linda Eads
Labneh is a soft cheese made from strained yogurt. It is easy to make at home by simply adding a bit of salt and straining the excess whey with the help of a strainer and some cheesecloth or other porous fabric. It take a few days, so prepare the cheese ahead of time.
Tip: If you don’t have time to prepare the labneh for this recipe, you can substitute goat cheese or even cream cheese for a less tangy alternative.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 2 C. whole-fat plain yogurt
- ½ tsp. salt
- cheesecloth
- 8 large ripe figs, cut in half lengthwise
- 3 Tbsp. local honey, divided
- ¼ C. pistachios, chopped
Additional equipment:
Bowl to let the cheese drain.
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
To make the labneh, combine yogurt and salt in a small bowl and stir until blended. Line a metal strainer with several layers of cheesecloth and position strainer over a large, deep bowl.
Step 2
Transfer yogurt mixture to the lined strainer and cover. Place in the refrigerator to drain for 1-2 days.
(The longer the yogurt is strained, the firmer the labneh will become).
Step 3
To prepare roasted figs, pre-heat oven to 350°F and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat® baking sheet. Arrange sliced figs on baking sheet, cut side up, and drizzle with some honey.
Step 4
Place baking sheet in pre-heated oven and roast for 30-35 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool for several minutes.
Step 5
Top each roasted fig with a spoonful of fresh labneh and a sprinkle of chopped pistachios. Drizzle with some local honey and serve immediately.
Enjoy!
