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In this fall dessert, creamy arborio rice is layered with glazed figs in port wine syrup and sprinkled with honey-coated almonds. One bite and you'll understand why the French call it "parfait"--perfect.

• 3/4 cup Arborio rice
• 2 1/4 cups milk
• 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 lemons
• 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
• 3 large egg yolks
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 teaspoon pure almond extract
• 9 small figs, (1 3/4 pounds total)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup tawny port
• 1 cup whole almonds
• 2 tablespoons honey

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