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Fig Bars *G*

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This International dessert features oz.) moist dried figs;, Sugar;, ;water;, Lemon juice;, Butter; or margarine. It delivers smooth, comforting richness, sweet, indulgent flavor. A wonderful way to end any meal, especially on special occasions. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1
Calories: 1121.0
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This International dessert features oz.) moist dried figs;, Sugar;, ;water;, Lemon juice;, Butter; or margarine. It delivers smooth, comforting richness, sweet, indulgent flavor. A wonderful way to end any meal, especially on special occasions. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 1 package (12 oz.) moist dried figs;
  • 1/4 cup Sugar;
  • 3/4 cup ;water;
  • 2 tablespoon Lemon juice;
  • 1/2 cup Butter; or margarine
  • 1 cup Sugar, brown; packed
  • 2 ea Eggs;
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla;
  • 2 1/2 cup Flour;
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt;
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda;
Directions
  1. 1
    For filling: finely chop figs and mix in saucepan with sugar, water and lemon juice.
  2. 2
    Place over medium heat; cook, stirring for 10 min.
  3. 3
    or until thick & jam- like.
  4. 4
    Remove from heat; cool.
  5. 5
    Cover and chill.
  6. 6
    With mixer, beat together butter, sugar, eggs & vanilla until well blended.
  7. 7
    Mix flour, salt & baking soda.
  8. 8
    Stir into first mixture; dough will be stiff.
  9. 9
    Wrap in plastic wrap and chill 3-4 hours or overnight.
  10. 10
    When ready to bake, turn dough out onto lightly floured surface.
  11. 11
    Roll into a 14x12 rectangle.
  12. 12
    Cut into 4 strips 3-1/2 x 12 inches long.
  13. 13
    Spoon filling evenly down center of strips.
  14. 14
    With spatula, turn in sides of strips.
  15. 15
    Press edges together to seal.
  16. 16
    Cut each strip into 10 pieces.
  17. 17
    Arrange seam side down on baking s sheets.
  18. 18
    Bake at 375 for 10-12 min.
  19. 19
    or until firm and lightly browned.
  20. 20
    Cool on racks.
  21. 21
    Store airtight.
  22. 22
    Food & Wine RT [*] Category 4, Topic 3 Message 235 Fri May 21, 1993 COOKIE-LADY [Cookie] at 10:52 EDT

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1121.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27.8g43%
Saturated Fat 8.6g43%
Cholesterol 186.5mg63%
Sodium 2811.1mg118%
Total Carbohydrate 195.2g66%
Dietary Fiber 5.1g21%
Sugars 79.7g
Protein 22.0g44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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