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Posted by : Lita Lotzkar Cake: Turkish Nut Cake w/Honey Syrup - pareve
This is a typical Turkish cake which is served at Hanukkah. * 3 cups of all purpose flour * 3 tablespoons of sugar * 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves * 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon * 2 cups of finely chopped walnuts * 1 cup of dried dates, minced * 1 cup vegetable oil * 1 cup water Method: The traditional way is to mix all dry ingredients on a board using your hands, rubbing and sifting them until well mixed. Make a mound and put a hole in the center. Pour oil and water in center and make into a dough. Kneed the dough for about 1 minute. 1. Put all the dry ingredients in a bowl (if you must) and mix well. Add the oil and water and make a dough, kneed for 1 minute or so. 2. Place dough in a greased, (use oil), 9" pan. Bake in a pre heated oven at 350 for 1 hour. remove and allow to cool. The Honey Syrup * 1 1/2 cups of honey, * 1/2 cup of water * 1 small lemon juiced * 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, finely grated Method: 1. In a pot over medium high heat cook honey, water, lemon juice and zest. Allow to reduce by 1/4. 2. Place cake in a shallow plate and with a fork, make holes all over the top of the cake. Pour the warm syrup over the cake and allow to sit 1 hour before serving.
