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Caramelized Figs with Vanilla Ice Cream and Aged Balsamic Vinegar

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This dessert hits both sweet and savory notes. Aged balsamic vinegar has a syruplike consistency, so a little drizzle goes a long way.

Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 15 min

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