oil , for brushing
6 figs
7 oz soft goat's cheese
1 head radicchio
3 oz walnut pieces

FOR THE DRESSING

6 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Preheat the oven to fan 320F/conventional 356F/gas 4. Unless the baking sheet is non stick, line it with foil, then brush the foil lightly with oil.

Cut the figs into quarters, from the top almost to the base, and arrange on the foil. Slice the goat's cheese and arrange in the center of the figs. Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and tinged brown.

Meanwhile, whisk the dressing ingredients with some seasoning. Put a couple of good radicchio leaves on each serving plate. Remove the figs from the oven and place on the radicchio leaves. Scatter the walnuts on top. Drizzle with the dressing and serve warm or at room temperature.

Unfortunately, ripe figs are highly perishable, so they are picked unripe, which may mean they lack flavor. Go for fruit with unbroken, bruise-free skins that are dry to the touch and have retained their shape. Above all, smell them - they should have the scent of the sun.