Name: Dried Fig, Apricot, and Cherry Slump
Yield: 8 to 10 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups fruity white wine (such as Riesling); 1 1/2 cups water; 1 cup dried black Mission figs (about 6 ounces), stemmed, quartered; 1 cup dried apricot halves (about 5 ounces), cut in half; 1/2 cup dried tart cherries (about 3 ounces); 1/2 cup golden raisins (about 3 ounces); 1/4 cup matchstick-size strips crystallized ginger; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise; 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour; 4 tablespoons sugar, divided; 3/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt; 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/4-inch cubes; 2/3 cup chilled buttermilk; 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Chilled heavy whipping cream

Image may contain Food Creme Ice Cream Cream Dessert and Meal

Dried Fig, Apricot, and Cherry SlumpHans Gissinger

This homey dessert gets its name from its lack of structure, which causes it to slump on the plate. Slumps are also known as grunts, a name that may describe the sound berries make as they cook. No matter which name you use, this old-fashioned treat is usually made of cooked fruit with a biscuit topping. Here, dried figs, apricots, tart cherries, and raisins make up the filling. The light, airy biscuits are similar to dumplings.

Recipe notes

Speedy Chicken Stroganoff

This easy, one-skillet chicken stroganoff features tender chicken breasts, savory mushrooms, and a creamy Dijon-crème fraîche sauce—perfect for weeknights.

The Only Frittata Recipe You’ll Ever Need

Keep this easy frittata recipe on hand for quick breakfasts, impressive brunches, and fridge clean-out meals.

Classic French Vinaigrette

Use this simple vinaigrette to dress a plate of greens, some steamed potatoes, or anything else that strikes your fancy.

29 Ricotta Recipes for Dinner, Dessert, and More

Put that half-full tub to use with recipes that go beyond the Italian American classics.

Caramelized Onion Pasta

Turn humble onions into this thrifty yet luxe pasta dinner.

23 Easy Pie Recipes for Low-Effort, High-Reward Desserts

There’s a reason they say, “easy as pie,” you know?

Golden Mushroom Soup With Orzo & a Pat of Butter

This is the type of soup that, at first glance, might seem a little…unexciting. But you’re underestimating the power of mushrooms, which do the heavy lifting.

One-Pot Chicken Thighs With Cilantro Rice and Beans

This one-pot dinner cooks chicken thighs directly on top of a bed of flavorful cilantro rice studded with black beans for a complete dinner.