Fig and Orange Marmalade Glazed Figs with Bacon

Ingredients

• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Fresh rosemary (1 sprig, chopped)
• Balsamic vinegar (1 tablespoon)
• Orange marmalade (2 tablespoons)
• Fig jam or preserves (1/4 cup)
• Bacon slices (8)
• Fresh figs (8)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut a small slit in the top of each fig and stuff with a small amount of fig jam or preserves.
3. Wrap each fig with a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the orange marmalade, balsamic vinegar, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper.
5. Place the bacon-wrapped figs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Brush the figs with the glaze mixture, making sure to coat them evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the figs are tender.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
9. Serve the glazed figs with bacon as an appetizer or as a delicious addition to a cheese platter.