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Receta Panna Cotta with Grand Marnier Caramel Sauce & Bruleed Figs
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It has been almost two weeks ago, since I created this dessert. I must make this again...and again! My inspiration to make this dessert started when I spotted the late first arrival of figs at Whole Foods.
I've made Fig Jam, Grilled Figs and other savory fig dishes before. But I really hadn't made something sweet. But what? So I scoured the internet for inspiration, and landed on Martha Stewart's Panna Cotta recipe with figs. Then, I stumbled across a recipe for Fig Brulee with Balsamic Vinegar on Herbivoracious. That was it! I would make all three components. Martha makes a bourbon caramel sauce. I'm not a bourbon fan. But, I do like Grand Marnier. I rolled up my sleeves and started making the panna cotta. I have made…
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