Healthy Food Recipes

Ingredients :

·         1 lb. fresh, pitted dates

·         1/2 c. (1 stick) butter

·         3/4 c. all-purpose flour

·         1 tsp. ground cardamom or 2 tsp.cinnamon

·         1/4 c. powdered sugar for sprinkling

How To Make :

·         Divide dates among 6 individual dessert bowls.

·         Place butter in a small saucepan and melt over medium heat. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly with a whisk, 2 to 3 minutes, or until flour is golden brown but not burnt. Add

·         cardamom or cinnamon, stir, and remove from heat. Let sit 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

·         Pour butter mixture over dates, dividing it equally among dishes. Allow to sit 15 minutes, or until cool. Dust lightly with powdered sugar and serve.

       Preparation and cooking time: 10 minutes (plus 15 minutes cooling time) Serves 6

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