Today
is absolutely gorgeous and it has put me in a fantastic mood! The sun
is shining and there is a slight breeze helping me stay cool.
On my way home from the gym this morning I stopped at one of my favorite places in Albany, Cardona's Market.
This is an adorable, little family run Italian market that has
everything a girl could ask for, and more. Seeing as how this hidden
treasure is right around the corner from my house, I like to treat
myself with a trip to Cardona's at least once a week.
Today
I came across some delightful looking figs and automatically decided I
had to bring some of those sweet goodies home with me. I've never
actually bought figs before, but have had them numerous times while
eating out. I guess its time to start experimenting!
Take a look, aren't they just delectable?
Now, obviously my first thought was, What can I eat these with?! And
then it came to me... goat cheese! I am a mega goat cheese lover and
will try to put it on just about everything!
Fresh fig with goat cheese and a drizzle of honey |
Mouth-watering |
After this little decadent treat I knew I needed / wanted MORE! So, I paired some figs with a slice of my new creamy Havarti cheese I bought at Cardona's.
Fresh fig with Creamy Havarti cheese, a drizzle of honey, on a Carr's table water cracker. |
Just as I thought, pure decadence! I didn't feel guilty eating a couple of these bad boys because each fig is only 21 calories and they are full of fiber, Vitamin K, and antioxidants! Go Figs!
I finished enjoying these treats outside as I watched my pup run around and play in the sunshine.
Meet Barley:
Meet Barley:
Barley all tuckered out and ready to nap! |
Tell me...what do you like to pair figs with?
Some cracked black pepper goes nicely over whatever cheese you use. You can even add a basil leaf for some added herbal flavor.
ReplyDeleteOh and I also like to wrap them with prosciutto.
DeleteMmmm... I wanted to try them with prosciutto but I forgot to grab some. Next time! Thanks for the tips, Matthew Jay!!
Deletereally, really mold-tastic blue cheese! paired at table, or you can tuck the cheese inside and bake them for a few minutes, then drizzle with honey or with balsamic reduction
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