Sticky Figs with Bacon

Name: Better Than Bouillon
Address: 333 Old Lindale Road, Rome, GA, 30161, USA
Telephone: +1-800-334-4468

Figs are caramelized in a garlic honey glaze, then topped with bacon for a simple appetizer that will wow any crowd.

Recipe tags: onion base, easy difficulty, app, pork, skillet

4 slices	bacon, each cut into 4 pieces
2 Tbsp	olive oil
2 cloves	garlic, minced
¼ cup	honey
2 Tbsp	Better Than Bouillon^® Sautéed Onion Base
8	fresh figs, halved lengthwise
2 Tbsp	finely chopped chives

1

Heat large skillet set over medium heat; cook bacon for 5 to 8 minutes or until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towel. Remove bacon fat from skillet (reserve for another use or discard).
2

Heat oil in skillet; cook garlic over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes or until fragrant. Pour in honey, Roasted Onion Base and 2 tbsp water. Increase heat to medium-high; swirl to combine. Bring to simmer; cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until reduced slightly.
3

Arrange figs in skillet, cut side down in single layer. Cook, swirling honey mixture occasionally, for 4 to 5 minutes or until figs are tender, glazed and sticky. Let cool completely.
4

Press piece of bacon on top of each sticky fig. Garnish with chives. Serve with toothpicks or cocktail skewers.

Tips: Garnish with sesame seeds, fresh chili peppers or roasted cashews. For added protein, add tofu or shelled edamame.

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