The First Black Mission Fig

Our First Black Mission Fig

Washed With Rain Drops

That first fig was shared in the back yard.  Still damp with rain, it was the best fig we’ve ever eaten.  Nothing in the world can beat a piece of fruit fresh off of the tree on a misty morning.  When that tree was planted by hand with the one you love, it’s sweeter still.

The remaining dozen or so that are ripening this week?

We’ll pair them with gorgonzola, honey, honeycomb, walnuts and rustic bread grilled in the back yard.  There’s no need for fancy recipes.  It will be a meal perfect in its simplicity.  Simple or elegant, what does it matter?  There’s only one necessary ingredient.  And, that’s a table, bench, blanket or patch of grass to share with the one you love.

Back Yard Garden Fig Picnic

fresh figs
gorgonzola
honey
honeycomb
roasted walnuts
grilled slices of rustic bread

And, a bottle of your favorite red wine

Want to get a little fancy?  Throw some prosciutto on that plate or cheese board.

Fancier, still?  Finish with chunks of hazelnut brittle.