Mesclun Salad with Goat Cheese-Stuffed Figs Wrapped in Bacon

1. 1

   Preheat broiler.

2. 2

   Cook bacon in a large heavy skillet over moderate heat, turning occasionally, until most of fat is rendered but bacon is still pliable, about 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Transfer to paper towels to drain.

4. 4

   Remove 1 scoop of flesh from each fig half with small end of a melon-ball cutter and discard.

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   Scoop cheese with same end of melon-ball cutter and just fill each fig half.

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   Press fig halves together to form whole figs.

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   Stir together brown sugar, cumin, and salt, then rub onto 1 side of each bacon slice.

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   Wrap 1 bacon slice, sugared side out, around each fig and secure with a toothpick.

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   Broil figs, bacon sides up, on rack of a broiler pan about 3 inches from heat, turning them frequently, until bacon is browned, about 2 minutes.

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    Cool slightly, then discard toothpicks.

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    Toss mesclun with lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste, then gently toss with oil.

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    Serve figs with salad.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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