Desserts - Figs

1 pound fresh figs
1/4 cup sugar
1 T evoo
1 t chopped thyme
1/4 t fresh ground black pepper
pinch salt
1/2 cup creme fraiche
Store-bought cake

In med bowl, toss figs with sugar, oil, thyme, pepper and salt. Let stand at room temp for 1 hour, until figs begin to soften and release their juices. Spoon over cake, top with creme fraiche and sprig of thyme, serve at once.