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0 Preheat your oven to 350°F. 
1 Place the dried figs in a small bowl, cover with hot water, and soak for 10 minutes. 
2 Remove the figs from the water with a slotted spoon and place in the bowl of a food processor. Add the honey and 1 tablespoon of the soaking liquid. Puree until smooth and spreadable. 
3 In the bowl of a standing mixer, or with a hand mixer, cream together the butter and sugar for 2 minutes, or until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla and mix until incorporated. 
4 Add the flour and mix until a dough forms. 
5 Roll dough between two pieces of parchment paper and shape into a 12 x 5 inch rectangle. 
6 Spread the fig mixture on one side of the rectangle, spreading it evenly along the 12-inch side leaving a 1/4-1/2 inch border along the edges. 
7 Fold the dough over on top of itself and gently press the dough together at the edges.
8 Cut each log into 10 cookies and transfer to a silpat or parchment-lined baking sheet. 
9 Bake 15-20 minutes, or until golden.