Balsamic Fig Sauce

1 lb Fresh figs -- preferably Black Mission, chopped
1/3 c Red wine
1 tb Balsamic vinegar
1 pn Salt
1/8 ts Freshly ground pepper
1/2 ts Sugar
1 Sprig fresh thyme

Combine all ingredients with 1/2 cup water in a saucepan. Cover; bring to boil over high heat. Reduce to a simmer; cook, partially covered, until fruit has broken down, about 20 to 30 minutes. Let cool slightly; remove thyme sprig. Press mixture through a large-holed sieve with a rubber spatula.

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