walnut stuffed figs

we really didn't eat a lot of desserts

when i was a kid

usually

after dinner

a pot of coffee was brewed

and 

bowls of

fresh fruit

and

nuts

were heaved to the table

one particular treat

at holiday time

was

freshly cracked walnuts

stuffed into

dried figs

this year

i gave the treat a little update

by dipping the figs

in 

bittersweet chocolate

a sweet

with 

benefits

walnut stuffed figs

12 dried figs
12 large walnut halves-toasted


warmed honey and flavorful cheese
or
bittersweet chocolate-melted and tempered

using a sharp knife, make a split in the fig without cutting all the way through
like this

push a walnut into the fruit
like so

and close it up

leave as it, 
drizzle with honey and serve with cheese as a savory snack
or
dip in chocolate for a great sweet