Fig And Almond Paste Sandwiches

Ingredients

• 1/4 lb figs, chopped fine
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/3 cup almonds, blanched, chopped fine, and pounded to a paste
• 1 tsp rose water
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• Ladyfingers or cakelets, for serving

Method

1. 1 Chop the figs very fine and place in a saucepan with water. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture forms a smooth paste.
2. 2 Remove from heat and stir in the almond paste, rose water, and lemon juice. Allow the filling to cool completely.
3. 3 Spread the cooled fig mixture onto one ladyfinger or cakelet. Press another on top to form a sandwich.
4. 4 Arrange the sandwiches on a serving plate and serve immediately.