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While some figs do grow in Narnia, figs mostly come from Archenland and Calormen. In this world figs are a very popular food and have been for centuries. They are a rich, sweet, and extremely nutritious fruit. It is said, in fact, that with dried figs, bread, wine, olives, and olive oil, you could live a healthy life (though it might be a bit boring). There are two kinds of dried figs: the dessert fig, which is sugary and very sweet, and the ordinary dried fig, which doesn’t taste as good but is just as good for you. Stewed figs are also very nice; they are often eaten for breakfast and are said to be good for the digestion. In Narnia both sweet and ordinary dried figs are available.

They investigated the saddle-bags and the results were cheering—a meat pasty, only slightly stale, a lump of dried figs and another lump of green cheese, a little flask of wine, and some money.

—THE HORSE AND HIS BOY

Dried Figs

Dried figs are delicious eaten alone. They are sugary and very sweet and quite a satisfying snack. Stuff a fig with a lump of goat cheese for a special treat.

Stewed Figs

1 pound dried figs, stems removed

Zest of ½ lemon with no white pith attached

3–4" stick cinnamon

¼ cup granulated sugar or to taste

Pinch of salt

1 cup orange juice

Combine all ingredients in a saucepan, and add enough water to cover the figs by ½". Bring to a boil; then lower heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until the figs are plump and tender. The cooking time will vary depending on the dryness of the fruit. Begin checking after 20 minutes by pricking one with a fork. Cool. These can be served chilled or at room temperature.