Persian Date Cake

1. 1

   Toast walnuts in skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.

2. 2

   Place a few walnut pieces inside each date. Arrange dates, packed next to each other in a flat 9-inch serving dish.

3. 3

   In large deep skillet, saute flour in butter over high heat, stirring constantly for about 15 to 20 minutes, toasting until it is golden caramel color.

4. 4

   Spread hot dough over dates. Pack and smooth it with back of a spoon.

5. 5

   Combine cinnamon, sugar, cardamom and sprinkle evenly over cake. Sprinkle with 1 cup ground pistachios or shredded coconut all over. Cool.

6. 6

   Cut into small square pieces. Arrange on serving platter or on plate in which it was made.

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