Figs, the ancient fruit that's as mysterious as it is delicious. Whether you've seen them on cheese plates or hidden inside ...

Figs are a nutrient packed superfood with benefits that go beyond bone health. Here's what makes them so powerful. Figs have long been valued not only for its delicious taste but also for its health ...

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Steep in milk or cream. Steep a few toasted leaves in warm milk or cream for 20 minutes and then remove and discard (or ...

Is your fig tree bursting with fruit with too many figs to use right away? No problem! Learning how to freeze figs at home is quick and easy and makes the most of a short fig season. Creating a ...

Dried fruits can be contentious: Some love them for deep, concentrated fruit flavor. Others find the texture off-putting. But dried fruits, if used correctly, can add a nuanced sweetness to different ...

Figs hold a special sweetness for us — the scent and taste of holidays on Mediterranean islands, when we manage to snatch some late-summer sun and rest, away from our busy restaurants. There, we pull ...