Dulcia Domestica
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"This dish of dates stuffed with chopped nuts is a 'home style treat' that was once savored in ancient Rome. You can replace the pine nuts with almonds if you prefer."
Original recipe yield: 4 servings.
- Prep Time:
- 10 Minutes
- Cook Time:
- 15 Minutes
- Ready In:
- 25 Minutes
- Servings:
- 4
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INGREDIENTS:
- 12 pitted dates
- 1/4 cup chopped, toasted pine nuts
- 3 tablespoons red wine
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup honey
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DIRECTIONS:
- Stuff dates with chopped nuts: the nuts are inserted into the space left by the pit.
- Place dates in a small pan. Sprinkle with pepper if desired. Add wine, then drizzle honey over dates. Cook over medium heat until the skins begin to peel off the fruit. Transfer dates to a serving dish, and allow to cool slightly before serving.
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