3 pork pinot fig Recipes

dried mission figs, stems removed , halved lengthwise, sugar, anise seeds, chopped fresh thyme leaves , plus thyme sprigs, pinot noir, divided, boned pork shoulder (butt) roast (about 3 1/2 lbs.), garlic cloves, peeled and cut into large slivers, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, olive oil, fresh lemon juice (optional)

fig, chopped dried (california ), pinot noir wine, white wine vinegar, pure maple syrup, cinnamon sticks, boiling water, kosher salt, red wine, water, pure maple syrup, rosemary, fresh, pepper, coarse, fresh garlic cloves, smashed, pork tenderloin