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Afghan Firnee

Firnee is a sweet, cardamom-infused Afghan pudding that is usually reserved for holidays and special events, although it’s really not too hard to make. Cardamom is a staple, but from there each hostess puts his or her own personal stamp on the dish – rose water, nuts, fruits, etc. –...

Garam Masala Honey Roast Carrots

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Egypt: Om Ali

Cooking Time: 45
Om Ali (“mother of Ali”) is a traditional Egyptian take on bread pudding, made from phyllo (filo, fillo), dough layered with nuts, raisins and butter… lots of butter!  Legend has it that Om Ali was the wife of an Egyptian sultan.  When he died, his second wife had a dispute...
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