Grilled Fig Pasta Recipe

How to make it

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• Place the prosciutto over medium heat on the grill and cook about 1 minute per side until it becomes crispy and brown.
• Set aside.
• Place the pepper on the grill and cook until the skin is blistered. Place in a plastic bag.
• Using two metal skewers, thread the figs on from end to end.
• Place on the grill and turning halfway, cook for about 2 to 3 minutes or until the figs begin to brown.
• Remove from the heat.
• Remove the peel, core and seeds from the pepper, and slice into 1/4 inch slices. Cut these slices in half.
• Cut the prosciutto into thin slices as well. Coarsely chop the figs.
• Cook the spaghetti until it is al dente.
• Remove a small cup of the pasta water before draining. In a small pot, heat the garlic in the oil until sizzling but not browned.
• Add the pepper strips, prosciutto and remove from the heat.
• Drain the pasta, return to the heat and add the prosciutto mixture, chopped figs, herbs and seasonings.
• Add a little of the pasta water if the mixture seems dry.
• When everything is hot, fold in the 6 tablespoons of cheese and place in 4 individual bowls.
• Sprinkle with the green onions, and serve, offering additional cheese if desired.