Broiled Figs With Goat Cheese - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 stalks fresh rosemary, about 6 inches long
4 large fresh figs, any variety, stems trimmed, halved lengthwise
1/8 cup liquid honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Preparation

Strip the leaves from the bottom of the rosemary stems, leaving about 1 1/2 inches of leaves at the tip.
Place the stems in a bowl and add cold water to cover; soak for at least 30 minutes.
Skewer fig halves crosswise on each rosemary stem.
Arrange the skewers on a plate with the cut sides of the figs facing up.
In a small bowl, mix together honey and lemon juice.
Brush the honey/lemon mixture over the cut side of the figs.
Preheat the broiler to high.
Broil the figs cut side up until they are lightly browned and softened, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Top with cheese and place back under broiler for 1 minute.
Serve on the skewers while still hot.