Ingredients
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1/2
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3/4
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2
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2/3
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2
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Directions
Egyptian El Menenas (Almond Paste Cookies), This is from Best of African Cooking I haven’t made it yet A date variation is included below , This is from Best of African Cooking I haven’t made it yet A date variation is included below
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Steps
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1
Done
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Add Sugar to the Almond Paste; Mix Well. Add 1 Teaspoons Orange Flower Water and Cinnamon to Taste (at Least 1/2 Tsp). Blend Well Into a Smooth Paste. |
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2
Done
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in a Bowl, Combine Melted Butter With Flour. Add the Other Teaspoons of Orange Flower Water. Knead Into a Dough That Holds Together. Do not Add Any Water Unless Absolutely Necessary. |
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3
Done
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Form Balls About 1.5 - 2 Inches Round. Make a Depression in the Center of Each Ball With Your Thumb. Fill Hole With Almond Paste. |
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4
Done
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Place on a Greased Baking Sheet and Bake at 375 For 30 Minutes or Until Nicely Browned. Sprinkle With Grandulated Sugar. |
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5
Done
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Variation: a Date Filling Can Be Substituted For the Almond One. Chop 1/2 Lb. Pitted Dates and Combine Into a Paste With 4 T. Soft Butter. |
