This dish makes the perfect ending to a relaxed dinner party, special yet stress-free
Prep:3 mins
Serves 4
8 figs, halved2 tbsp butter2 tbsp clear honey2 tbsp brown sugar2 tsp ground cinnamon2 tbsp orange juice2 star aniseshortbread fingers, to serve
STEP 1Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Lay the figs in an ovenproof roasting dish, dot over the butter and drizzle with honey. Sprinkle over the sugar and cinnamon, then pour over the orange juice and mix lightly. Nestle the star anise amongst the figs and roast for 15-20 minutes.STEP 2When ready to serve, mix the ginger and syrup through the mascarpone. Place 4 fig halves, drizzled with syrup, on a plate with a dollop of mascarpone and some shortbread fingers.
