Place over medium heat. Cook, stirring for 10 minutes, or until thick. Cool, cover and chill. 1 c. brown sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla extract 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. baking soda

Prepare fig filling and set aside.

With mixer, beat together butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla until well blended. Mix flour, salt and baking soda. Stir into first mixture (dough will be stiff). Wrap in plastic wrap. Chill for 3 to 4 hours.

When ready to bake, turn dough out on lightly floured surface. Roll into a 14x12 inch rectangle. Cut into 4 strips 3 1/2 x 12 inch long. Spoon filling evenly down center of strips. With spatula turn in sides of strips. Press edges together to seal. Cut each strip into 10 pieces. Arrange seam side down on baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes or until firm and lightly browned. Remove to racks to cool.