FIG HALF MOONS Fig is a popular filling for pastries and cookies at Christmastime, especially in the Italian Tradition. Here, an orange-scented fig paste is tucked into rich pastry dough that is formed into half-moon shapes. A little more work than the average cookie, these treats are well worth it. METHOD: COOKIE CUTTER NEEDED: 3 inch round ( or use rim of glass) FOR THE FIG FILLING: Combine the figs, orange juice, brandy, sugar and cinnamon in a medium saucepan. Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce heat to moderate, cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until the…
