The classic pairing of ripe Black Mission figs and aromatic port wine gives our sauce its complex savory-sweet character. We've simmered them with chicken stock and balsamic vinegar, adding hints of garlic and thyme. Combine the sauce with sautéed chicken or pork, then transfer to a slow cooker or the oven to finish cooking. Serve your hearty homemade braise with polenta, rice or mashed potatoes.