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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 55 Minutes Servings: 16 |
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Cider, cognac and pistachios provide new flavor to a classic. Cut into squares and place in a plastic sandwich bag, then bundle in tissue paper and slip into a reusable fabric sandwich bag tied with a ribbon. Ingredients:
1 pound chopped dates |
3/4 cup apple cider or unsweetened apple juice |
1/4 cup cognac or brandy |
1 teaspoon fine sea salt or kosher salt, divided |
2 teaspoons vanilla extract |
1-1/2 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1 cup old-fashioned oats |
1 cup packed light brown sugar |
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
3/4 teaspoon baking soda |
3/4 cup butter, melted |
1/2 cup finely chopped pistachios |
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, combine the dates, apple cider, Cognac and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until liquid is almost evaporated, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Cool to room temperature.
2. In a small bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking soda and remaining salt. Add butter; mix well. Press 1-1/3 cups into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Add pistachios to remaining oat mixture; set aside.
3. Spread date mixture over crust; top with reserved pistachio mixture. Bake at 350° for 24-28 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares. Yield: 16 servings.
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