FOOD

Grilled Fresh Fig Salad

12 thin slices pancetta or prosciutto, cut into 2" strips
12 fresh figs, firm but ripe, cut in half lengthwise
1/4 cup honey
2 Tbs. balsamic Vinegar
2 Tbs. olive oil
1/2 tsp. coarsely ground pepper
4 cups mixed salad greens
crumbled stilton cheese

1. Wrap a piece of pancetta around each fig half and secure with water-soaked toothpicks
2. In a small bowl, combine honey, vinegar, olive oil and pepper and whisk until blended
3. Grill figs over a low fire, turning frequently and brushing with honey mixture until figs are heated through and meat is crisp, 2-3 minutes. (or broil a few inches below heat source turning once).
4. Divide greens among salad plates. Arrange figs. Drizzle leftover honey mixture over figs and greens. Sprinkle with cheese.

Makes 4 appetizer servings.