SPICED DATES WITH MASCARPONE CHEESE

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Fancy shmancy, but very easy to make. Very MiddleEastern/Mediterranean! You can serve it as a fruity appetizer or as a dessert.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bottle light-bodied red wine, like beaujolais
8 medjool dates
16 whole almonds, skin on,lightly toasted
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorn
1 tablespoon clove
1 tablespoon grated orange zest, dry or fresh
4 whole allspice berries
2 two inch cinnamon sticks
1 dried bay leaf
1/4 lb mascarpone cheese, room temperature
sea salt, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the wine to a simmer.
  • Add the dates and poach until the skins blister.
  • With a slotted spoon, lift out the dates and, while warm, remove and discard the skins.
  • Cut open the dates on one long side, remove the pits and place two almonds in the center of each date.
  • Fold closed.
  • To the wine, add the honey, peppercorns, cloves, orange zest, allspice, cinnamon sticks and bay leaf.
  • Continue simmering until the wine is reduced by half, about 20 minutes.
  • Strain wine into a clean saucepan.
  • Add the dates to the wine and heat gently, over a medium low heat, until warmed through, but not hot, then remove from heat.
  • To serve, place a dollop of mascarpone in the center of each of four plates.
  • Spoon two dates and a little wine sauce on each plate, sprinkle lightly with sea salt and serve.

Umm-e-Roman Shezad Mano Shezad
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This dish was a complete disaster. The dates were dry and tough, and the mascarpone cheese was grainy. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Muhammad Sani
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Meh.


Sifat Chowdhury
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I found the recipe to be a bit confusing, and the dish didn't turn out as well as I had hoped. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


js ashik62
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still enjoyable. I think next time I would use less sugar in the date filling.


Armanullah wazir
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Not bad!


MD Shahin Ahamad
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This was a delicious and easy dessert. I loved the combination of sweet and savory. The dates were perfectly cooked and the mascarpone cheese was creamy and smooth.


TIGER J
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The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out beautifully. The dates were perfectly spiced and the mascarpone cheese was creamy and rich. I would highly recommend this recipe.


trista white
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I made this for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I will definitely be making this again.


Abu. Bakar. 70
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The dates were plump and juicy, and the mascarpone was smooth and creamy. The spices added a nice touch of warmth. Overall, a delicious and easy dessert.


Christopher sifiso Molala
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This dish was a hit! The combination of sweet dates, creamy mascarpone, and crunchy walnuts was divine. I especially loved the contrast between the warm spices and the cool cheese. Will definitely be making this again.


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