Fresh Figs With Fleur De Sel, Aged Balsamic & Hazelnuts

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   Preheat the oven to 300F.

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   Spread the hazelnuts in a small baking tray or dish and roast for 15 20 minutes until lightly browned and fragrant.

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   Be very careful not to burn them.

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   Once slightly cooled, chop the hazelnuts or pulse them a few times in the food processor.

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   Trim any stems from the figs.

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   With a sharp knife, gently score an X on the top of each fig, being careful not to cut more than 3/4 of the way down the fruit.

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   Press your fingers into the base of the fruit until the 4 petals you have created open to expose the pink center.

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   Arrange the figs on a platter.

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   Drizzle with a little aged balsamic, sprinkle with a little fleur de sel, and finish by showering with some of the toasted hazelnuts you may not need them all.

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    Serve immediately.

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