REHEATED FOR SUMMER - FIGS!

REHEATED FOR SUMMER - FIGS!

Author: Yumi Stynes January 20, 2026 Duration: 7:55

When figs are plentiful, one must pounce! Like a hungry bear!

The beauty of figs is that they are seasonal. Nothing signals the *sigh* End of Summer like figs being plentiful and affordable.

On this episode, Yumi and Simon run through their favourite things to do with figs, including a fantastic recipe from THEIR COOKBOOK WHICH YOU CAN BUY HERE.


SIMON'S FREEFORM FIG TART


Pastry

Combine 200g diced cold butter with 250g plain flour in a food processor for a few short bursts until it resembles breadcrumbs. Add in 125g (half a cup) of sour cream. It shouldn't take long and when the dough forms a ball, wrap it up and pop it in the fridge to rest for at least 20 mins.


Preheat the oven to 190C.

Trim and quarter the figs.

Roll out the pastry to a 35cm circle about 3mm thick.

Get it on the oven tray then spread the circle of dough with 1/4 cup of marmalade, leaving a border clear.

Top with the figs in whatever pattern you want. Sprinkle with 1tbs caster sugar, then fold the edges of the dough in to shape a freeform crusty tart.

Brush the edges and top of the crust with beaten egg.

Bake for 45 - 50 mins until the tart crust is lightly browned and the fruit is bubbling. Serve with creme fraiche and strong tea.


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That familiar late-afternoon dread when you realize you have to figure out dinner yet again is a universal feeling. 5 Minute Food Fix is the antidote, born from the same chaotic, hungry reality. Host Yumi Stynes, alongside cookbook publisher Simon Davis, doesn't just share recipes; they deliver a burst of practical inspiration and genuine camaraderie. This podcast is designed for those moments when you're tapped out-maybe during the commute home or while wrangling kids-offering clear, actionable ideas for a meal you can actually make that same evening. Each episode feels like a quick chat with friends who get it, blending easy cooking hacks with unexpected laughs and little lessons about the everyday ingredients in your pantry. It’s about transforming the daily chore of feeding yourself and your family into something that feels manageable, even enjoyable. You'll come away with more than just a dinner plan; you'll find a renewed sense of confidence in the kitchen, all packed into a conversation that fits perfectly into a busy life. Tune in for a dose of reality-based food talk that cuts through the noise and gets straight to the good, simple stuff.
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