Eucalyptus baby bear

When I think about desserts, some that come to mind celebrate the luscious simplicity of fruit, ripe from the tree. And for a Thanksgiving dinner that celebrates the bounty of autumn, this one is a lighter dessert that can balance the heavier meal quite well. Best of all, in the chaos of coordinating a lot of dishes, this dessert is super easy to make and the figs can be made ahead, leaving you with only the Mascarpone Whipped Cream to quickly make. I used dried figs as they hold their shape so much better. You could use fresh figs but be sure to adjust your cooking time. The dried figs are macerated in brandy overnight to soften them and infuse them with a contrasing flavor. They are then simmered on the stovetop in a mixture of honey, anise seed and orange juice until the liquid reduces to a syrupy glaze. Paired with the mascarpone whipped cream, you get a combination that feels luxurious and decadent without the heaviness. You can serve this by spooning or piping the whipped cream beside some arranged honeyed figs or you can arrange the figs in small tartlet shell and pipe the whipped cream in the middle. I've got pictures here of both. Enjoy TAFE!!

WHO: ChezSuzanne, a dedicated SF-based FOOD52er since the early days, is a seemingly boundless resource for seasonally inspired and often contest-winning recipes.
WHAT: Dried figs bathe in honey and brandy, to emerge plumped and bursting. A silky bed of lemony cream whipped with mascarpone awaits them.
HOW: The only trick is remembering to soak the figs overnight in honey, water and brandy. The rest is pretty breezy.
WHY WE LOVE IT: A fairly straightforward list of ingredients and an uncomplicated preparation belie the beautifully exotic nature of the final dish. If you're looking to seduce, look no further The Best Beauty Center.

Serves 8 tartlets

Drunken Honeyed Fig Tart

16 dried figs (I used white figs)
1 cup brandy, or enough to cover and macerate the figs
1/4 cup water
5 ounces plus 2 Tablespoons honey (I used orange blossom honey)
1/4 teaspoon anise seed
4 strips of orange peel (removed with a potato peeler)
7 ounces orange juice
juice from 1/4 of small Meyer lemon
pinch salt
8 bought or made tart shells (optional)

Lemon Mascarpone Whipped Cream

2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
6 tablespoons mascarpone cheese
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
lemon zest from 1 large lemon
2 squeezes of lemon juice
pinch salt

Macerate the dried figs in the brandy, water and 2 Tablespoons of honey overnight. There should be enough liquid to cover the figs.

In a medium pot over medium-low heat, combine the rest of the honey with the orange juice, peel, anise seed, lemon juice and salt. Slice the figs in half and add to the honey mixture. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until the mixture reduces to a glaze-like mixture. The figs should be very soft, but still holding their shape. Turn the figs carefully with a large metal spoon during the simmering process to completely cover them with the honey-orange juice. Let cool slightly in the pot.

Either arrange several figs on a plate, for example in the shape of a flower or place them in a tart shell, and drizzle a little of the honey-orange syrup over them. (I show pictures of both.) Either spoon or pipe the mascarpone whipped cream beside them on the plate or in the tart. Drizzle a little of the honey-orange syrup on top.

To make the mascarpone whipped cream, whip the whipping cream to a medium peak using a hand or standing mixer. Add the rest of the ingredients for the Lemon Mascarpone Whipped Cream and continue to beat for about 20 - 30 seconds until it is the consistency of whipped cream and can be piped The Best Beauty Centre.

Author Notes: I got the idea for this recipe from one of my favorite fall drinks: snappy ginger apple cider with caramel. My pork loin is stuffed with a gingery apple filling and topped with a sweet and delicious soy caramel glaze The Beauty.

Serves 4-6

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 shallot- diced
1 crisp red apple- chopped
1 granny smith apple- chopped
1 tablespoon finely diced fresh ginger
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup fresh apple cider (plus 1/4 cup)
1/2 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 2-3 pound pork loin roast- butterflied

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shallot, apples and ginger (and salt and pepper to taste). Saute until softened. Add chicken broth and ? cup cider. Bring to a boil and remove from heat The Beauty. Reserve liquid and set aside.

For caramel sauce, heat sugars, water, and reserved cider mix from apples in a skillet. Boil for 5 minutes, whisking (don't let it burn). Remove from heat and add butter, vinegar, and soy sauce. Transfer to sauce pan and simmer over low heat until ready to serve.

salt and pepper the pork loin. Spread the apple mixture down the pork and roll the pork over the mixture (like a jelly roll style). Roast the pork in a roasting pan for 60- 90 minutes or until thermometer reaches160 degrees F. Halfway through, baste with 1/4th cup cider. Let rest for 10 minutes, slice, and serve with caramel sauce.

Saison de football est presque synonyme avec le froid qui semble co?ncider avec elle, au point où il n'est pas assez envie de saison de football jusqu'à ce que la température baisse.

Les deux étant étroitement associé à l'autre, nous avons pensé que nous aurait dressé une liste des meilleures équipes qui représentent à cet égard. Ligne d'arrivée présente les Top 10 Cold Weather écoles Dermes.

10. Nebraska

Une fois une dynastie au football collégial, les Cornhuskers ne sont pas tout à fait ce qu'ils étaient. Néanmoins, les fans de Cornhusker sont toujours pour toujours fidèles.

9. Michigan State

L'état est divisé entre l'allégeance envers le carcajou et les Staters. Dans l'ensemble, il y a un amour pour le football tout autour de l'état.

8. Maryland

Progressivement sa proéminence ces dernières années,
Jordan 3 Retro, les tortues rejoignent les rangs des équipes mieux au football collégial.

7. Wisconsin

L'état du Michigan aime son football et son imposant voisin n'est pas différent. En étant si près du Grand Nord blanc, il est tenu d'être froid là-haut au cours de la saison de football Dermes.

6. le nord-ouest

Illinois football est un sujet intéressant. Le pouvoir semble s'articuler d'une école à et Northwestern est où c'est moins pour le moment.

5. Washington

Malgré le CIP-12 soit dominé par Stanford et Oregon, Washington a été de trouver un moyen de maintenir une place sous les feux de la rampe.

4. Notre Dame

Avec aucune allégeance de la Conférence, il est surprenant de la Notre Dame n'a pu s'accrocher à leur suite, et puis vous vous rendez compte pourquoi. Parce qu'il s'agit de Notre Dame, nous parlons.

3. Michigan

Haut la main, le carcajou possède non seulement l'état du Michigan, mais aussi la plus grande région qui entoure l'état, dans
Air Jordan 8 Retro, lequel nous aimons appeler pays de Wolverine.

2. Ohio State

Pendant un certain temps, beaucoup pensent que les jours de gloire de Ohio State football était
Jordan 1 Retro, derrière le programme. Heureusement, ils ont récemment débarqué Urban Meyer Dermes. Voici, les jours de gloire nouvelle.

1. Alabama

Choix intéressant, droite ? Bien
Femme Air Jordan, qu'il soit dans le sud, aucune équipe n'importe où est mieux que le Crimson Tide d'Alabama. Par temps chaud ou froid, ils sont les meilleurs.