INSTRUCTIONS

Place the figs in a pan with the water and simmer for about 5 minutes, add the vanilla extract and sugar and simmer for another 8 – 10 minutes till the mixture becomes almost jam like. Add the port and keep on the heat for a minute or so. Poor into the blender, add the lemon juice and whizz till smooth. Pour into the ice cream machine and churn (according to the instructions) either serve or place in the freezer till needed. Serve with a few mint leaves.