Dates with Almonds in Syrup

Whole local yellow dates called Zaghlool are stuffed with almonds and steeped in syrup. Both dates and almonds are considered natural superfoods. They contain remarkable amounts of vitamins and essential minerals. They make a great accompaniment to cheeses or as a snack with some warm toast. Produced by an all women cooperative in Lebanon’s Bekaa region.

Whole dates, sugar, water, peeled dried almonds and citric acid.

Pairs well with cakes, yogurt and white meat.

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