Figs: Combine wine, water, sugar, orange juice, lemon juice and apple pie spice in a large, heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Add figs to liquid and simmer over medium heat until figs are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain figs and discard liquid.

Apples: Preheat oven to 350°. Spray a 13x9x2-inch oven-to-table baking dish with cooking spray and spread apple butter over bottom of dish. Melt butter or heat oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Add apples and sauté until tender, about 10 minutes. Add brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg; toss gently to combine. Gently stir in figs. Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish.

Topping: Combine flour, sugar, brown sugar, baking powder and salt in a large bowl. Add butter or margarine and blend with fingertips until coarse meal forms. Add milk or soy milk and almond extract, stirring with a fork until moist dough forms. Drop dough by the tablespoonful atop fruit in dish.

Bake: Bake until fruit is tender and topping is golden brown, about 25 minutes. Serve hot and bubbling.

plan ahead - Kugel can be prepared 2 days ahead. It also freezes well