Fresh Figs With Stilton And Walnuts In A Honey Drizzle Dressing

Directions

1. 1
   Toasted Walnuts:.
2. 2
   In a large, heavy frying pan, over a high heat, toast the walnuts for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove and set aside to cool.
3. 3
   Honey Drizzle Dressing.
4. 4
   Put the vinegar and a good pinch of salt and black pepper in a screw-top jar and shake until the salt has dissolved. Add the honey and walnut oil, then shake again to emulsify - the emulsion will hold for ten minutes or so, but give it another jiggle just before you use it to dress the salad.
5. 5
   Salad:.
6. 6
   Wipe the fresh figs gently, and cut them in half. Arrange them on a large platter, OR on individual plates - allowing 4 to 5 fresh figs per person, depending on the size.
7. 7
   Sprinkle 1 to 1 1/2 ozs of crumbled or sliced blue cheese per person, over the top of the fresh figs.
8. 8
   Scatter the chopped,toasted walnuts over the fig salad.
9. 9
   Just before serving, drizzle the honey dressing over the salad, and garnish each plate with 1 - 2 fresh fig leaves if available.
10. 10
    Serve with crusty bread and butter and mixed herb and salad leaves.
11. 11
    Can also be served as a dessert/cheese course combined.