Bacon-Wrapped Figs with Goat Cheese Salad

Ingredients

Estimated total cost: €8.17 · €2.04/serving

• 3 tablespoons of light brown sugar, firmly packedEst. price €0.08–€0.20
• 1/2 teaspoon of exquisite kosher saltEst. price €0.02–€0.06
• 1 1/2 tablespoons of top-tier extra-virgin olive oilEst. price €0.30–€0.75
• 1/4 pound of aged goat cheese, like Bucheron or Pouligny-St.-Pierre (bring to room temperature for optimal flavor)Est. price €2.50–€4.50
• 1 teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice, adjust to your preference (use a citrus reamer for maximum juice extraction)Est. price €0.03–€0.08
• 8 slices of smoky baconEst. price €2.40–€4.00
• 8 ripe figs, carefully trimmed and halved lengthwise (use a sharp knife for clean cuts)Est. price €1.60–€3.20
• 1/2 teaspoon of aromatic ground cuminEst. price €0.04–€0.10
• 4 ounces of vibrant mesclun greens (equivalent to 4 cups) (rinse and dry thoroughly before using)Est. price €1.20–€2.40

Steps

1. 1

   Begin by preheating the broiler.

2. 2

   In a spacious heavy skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat. Turn the bacon occasionally and cook until most of the fat has been rendered, but the bacon is still flexible, which should take around 10 minutes. Once done, transfer the cooked bacon to paper towels to drain excess grease.

3. 3

   Using a melon-ball cutter, remove a scoop of flesh from each fig half and set it aside. Use the same tool to scoop out some cheese and fill each fig half with it. Press the fig halves together to create whole figs.

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• Cultural note

  The combination of sweet figs, salty bacon, and creamy goat cheese in this dish is a classic Mediterranean flavor profile. Figs have a long history in Mediterranean cuisine and are commonly paired with savory ingredients like cheese and cured meats. This dish showcases the influence of Mediterranean culinary…

• Seasonal note

  This dish is best made during the late summer and early fall when figs are in season. Figs are typically harvested from August to October, making this a perfect dish for that time of year.

• Health note

  Bacon-Wrapped Figs with Goat Cheese Salad is a nutritious dish that provides a good balance of protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats. It is a good source of vitamins A and C, fiber, and zinc. However, it is high in saturated fat and sodium, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.