Zinfandel-Poached Figs

1. 1

   Combine figlets, wine, apricots, and remaining 4 ingredients in a small saucepan.

2. 2

   Bring fig mixture to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 10 to 12 minutes or until mixture is slightly thickened.

3. 3

   Scrape seeds from vanilla bean into fig mixture; discard vanilla bean. Cool 1 hour.

4. 4

   Serve immediately, or cover and chill until ready to serve.

5. 5

   *1 cup cranberry-grape juice cocktail and 2 tsp. apple cider vinegar may be substituted.

6. 6

   **1/2 tsp. vanilla extract may be substituted. (Stir extract into figs after removing saucepan from heat.)

7. 7

   Note: Store in an airtight container in refrigerator up to 2 weeks. If chilled, let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.