Spice Roasted Fruits With Honey and Orange Sauce

Name: Spice Roasted Fruits With Honey and Orange Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 fresh bay leaves; 2 cinnamon sticks; 1 vanilla pod; 4 seeds, from star anise; ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 3 oranges, juice and zest of; 4 tablespoons clear honey; 3 tablespoons light brown sugar; 6 fresh peaches or 6 nectarines; 6 fresh figs; 25 g unsalted butter; creme fraiche or ice cream, to serve

Servings: persons

4 fresh bay leaves
2 cinnamon sticks
1 vanilla pod
4 seeds, from star anise
½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3 oranges, juice and zest of
4 tablespoons clear honey
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
6 fresh peaches or 6 nectarines
6 fresh figs
25 g unsalted butter
creme fraiche or ice cream, to serve

1
Tear bay leaves and break cinnamon into 3 or 4 pieces.
2
Split vanilla pod in half and scrape out seeds with bakc of a knife.
3
Mix with the star anise seeds and pepper, orange zest and juice, honey, and sugar to make a sauce.
4
Can be chilled up to 24 hours ahead.
5
Half an hour before serving, preheat oven to 200 degrees Celsius Cut peaches or nectarines in half and remove the stones.
6
Halve the figs.
7
Place peaches or nectarines skin-side down in a large baking dish.
8
Pour over sauce and dot with butter.
9
Roast in preheated oven 10 minutes, then add the figs and baste with sauce.
10
Roast another 15 minutes, basting a few more times until fruits are tender.
11
Serve with creame fraiche or ice cream, and amaretti biscuits, if desired.

364

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 fresh bay leaves, 2 cinnamon sticks, 1 vanilla pod, 4 seeds, from star anise, and more.

Yes, Spice Roasted Fruits With Honey and Orange Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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