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Rinse the dried figs thoroughly under cold water. If the figs are very hard, you can soak them in warm water for 10 minutes before rinsing.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed figs, 1.5 cups of water, granulated sugar, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the figs are tender and have absorbed most of the liquid, creating a syrupy consistency.
Remove the cinnamon stick and cloves from the saucepan. Let the figs cool slightly in their syrup.
Divide the warm or room-temperature figs among four small serving bowls. Sprinkle generously with chopped walnuts. Drizzle with rosewater, if desired, just before serving.
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