Figs with Ham-Wrapped Brie and Macadamia Caramel

Ingredients
Serves 4
1 tablespoon butter; melted
1 cup Hawaii macadamia nuts
1 cup sugar
6 fresh figs; washed and halved
5 ounces Brie cheese; cut into 12 pieces
6 slices ham; halved the long way
Directions
- Prepare a sheet of aluminum foil by brushing with melted butter and set aside.
- In a small saucepan add Hawaii macadamia nuts, sugar, and 2-3 tablespoons of water. Heat over medium heat and stir while sugar melts. Increase heat, bring to a boil and cook until mixture is golden brown, about 5-10 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Spread nuts out onto prepared greased foil and set aside to cool.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wrap a fig half, along with a piece of Brie, with a slice of ham and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake until lightly browned, about 20 minutes.
- Break up pieces of macadamia brittle and serve all together with figs when done.
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