Orange Poached Figs

1. 1

   In a small bowl, stir together orange juice, lemon juice, sugar, pepper and vanilla bean.

2. 2

   Place an inverted 3-cup souffle dish in the center of a 10-inch pie plate to create a ring mold.

3. 3

   Pour the liquid mixture into the dish.

4. 4

   Arrange the figs in a circle, leaning them against the souffle dish with the stems facing up.

5. 5

   Invert a second 10-inch pie plate over the first to form a cover.

6. 6

   Cook at 100 percent power in a high-power oven for 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove from oven and uncover.

8. 8

   Let figs cool before serving warm, or let cool completely.

9. 9

   Serve with vanilla ice cream or heavy cream.

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