The earthy jammy sweetness of mission figs is the perfect partner to tart and sweet pomegranates. They combine in a fig and pomegranate jam that is great on toast and so much more. Fig Flavor Orchard Choice and Sun-Maid California Dried Mission Figs are our pick for this tangy jam, but you could also try our Golden Figs for a...

Pizzerias, Go Gourmet with Pizza with Figs Photo by Alonya LoweSome pizzas are classics: the Margherita with fresh disks of mozzarella and basil. We would like to suggest that a pizza with figs is an instant classic—and even have a pizza with fig recipe (or a few) to show you the versatility of this fruit on a crust. You only...

When it comes to lavash bread ideas there’s a lot to love! We’ve pulled together our favorite lavash bread recipes with our figs including lavash bread crackers and a simple dessert you’ll want S’MORE of. Our Sun-Maid and Orchard Choice Mission and Golden Dried Figs show their versatility when paired with lavash. You can crisp the lavash for a crunchy...

Make this Thanksgiving festive, whether you’re hosting a large immediate family, or a more intimate gathering and a Thanksgiving for two menu. We’re here to offer up ideas and Thanksgiving recipes for two that are doable and delectable this holiday. Thanksgiving Recipes for Two Menu Here’s a rough sketch and read on for our cooking strategy to divvy up what...

Dried figs in salad can be eaten all year long, but hear us out— dried fruit is the secret to no more boring salads (like the arugula salad with chicken below). Orchard Choice and Sun-Maid California Dried Figs bring something special to the salad bowl. We’ve made a list of our favorite fig salad recipes created by our friends at...

Mission Dried Fig & Berry No-Bake Cheesecake Dried figs are the perfect snack to incorporate into your diet for their nutritional benefits, but especially for their delectable sweet taste. Since it is National Heart Month, we decided to get a little fancy with our fig intake. We partnered with Registered Dietitian, Gal Cohen of Holy Health, to create a Fig...

There’s no need to wait for fresh figs to make fig jam. Cravings wait for no one and this fig jam recipe with dried figs is the kind of thing to make all year long. Add it to a cheese board. Bring it out with toast at breakfast. Make a batch of the fig jam recipe with dried figs to...

Autumn Baking with California Dried Figs We’ve got some sweet fig news for you this November and a few healthy Thanksgiving tips to keep you feeling good even during the big feast. Pecan Streusel Fig Cake, with a cup of hot coffee to warm your hands, is the perfect breakfast for crisp Autumn mornings. This pecan coffee cake is loaded...

What is it about bubbling crust and melted cheese that makes us all weak in the knees? All you need to make curry pizza with figs a meal for weeknights or weekends are a few key ingredients. Making pizza crust from scratch isn’t hard, you just need time. Or, you can make a rustic tart that’s similar to pizza but...

Fig ham and cheese crostini — they’re the perfect appetizer or addition to a nibble board for snacking or a light dinner. Here are our tips for making these irresistible little bites. The crostini couldn’t be any easier as they involve five ingredients: baguette, Dijon mustard, Mission Figs, ham, and a melty cheese. Get in on the Fig Ham Combination...

The blue cheese wedge salad reinvented. During the summer, we can’t get enough salads. Pull out the grill and skip the iceberg. It’s amazing how a little heat and char from the grill elevates ordinary (yet highly nutritious) green cabbage into a salad you will crave. Whisk together a California Dried Fig and herb dressing to pour over each grilled...

The best way to prepare sweet potatoes at Thanksgiving isn’t necessarily smothered in mini marshmallows. Instead, switch things up with sweet potato dressing. Tossed and baked with salty pancetta and sweet chunks of figs, this is a can’t miss side dish. Sweet and savory flavors mesh together beautifully in this dressing featuring shredded sweet potatoes, California figs, crisped pancetta, and...