Dried Fig-Smoked Almond Bark

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   Line a baking sheet with foil, shiny-side up; smooth out the creases.

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   Make sure all your tools are dry.

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   Chop the chocolate into 1/2-inch pieces with a large knife.

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   Place all but 1 cup of the chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.

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   Microwave 30 seconds, then stir with a rubber spatula.

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   Continue microwaving and stirring at 30-second intervals until melted, 3 to 5 minutes total.

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   Immediately add the reserved chopped chocolate to the bowl; stir vigorously until melted and shiny.

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   Don't worry if there are a few small unmelted pieces.

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   Pour the chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet; use the rubber spatula to spread it into a 10-to-12-inch circle, about 1/4 inch thick.

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    Press the almonds and figs into the chocolate, arranging them so each bite has a mix of flavors and textures.

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    Sprinkle with sea salt.

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    Let the bark harden completely at room temperature, about 1 hour.

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    (If the room is warm, you may need to freeze the bark for a few minutes.)

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    Break into pieces and store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 to 2 weeks.

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    Photograph by Levi Brown

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.