Grilled Figs with Spices

Name: Grilled Figs with Spices
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 16 figs; 3/4 cup (chopped) of butter; 4 cinnamon sticks; 8 star anise pods; Salt and black pepper to taste

1
16 figs
2
3/4 cup (chopped) of butter
3
4 cinnamon sticks
4
8 star anise pods
5
Salt and black pepper to taste

Ingredients

1
16 figs
2
3/4 cup (chopped) of butter
3
4 cinnamon sticks
4
8 star anise pods
5
Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

1
Scrub the figs under running water
2
Cut them in half lengthwise and set aside
3
Melt 3/4 cup of butter in a large non-stick skillet
4
Add the figs, cinnamon sticks, and star anise pods
5
Cook over low heat until the figs are tender and have a dark golden-brown color
6
Shake the skillet occasionally to prevent burning and take care not to burn the figs
7
Remove from heat, sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and mix gently
8
Cover, let it rest for 5 minutes, and serve warm as an accompaniment to roasted meats in general.