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Dulcia Domestica

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"This dish of dates stuffed with chopped nuts is a 'home style treat' that was once savored in ancient Rome. You can replace the pine nuts with almonds if you prefer." — GODGIFU

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12 pitted dates
1/4 cup chopped, toasted pine nuts
3 tablespoons red wine

1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper (optional)
1/4 cup honey

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Directions

Stuff dates with chopped nuts: the nuts are inserted into the space left by the pit.
Place dates in a small pan. Sprinkle with pepper if desired. Add wine, then drizzle honey over dates. Cook over medium heat until the skins begin to peel off the fruit. Transfer dates to a serving dish, and allow to cool slightly before serving.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 15 mins
READY IN 25 mins

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This was kind of tricky to make. The dates are messy to stuff, and the next time I make them, I'll put them onto a dish lined with wax paper so that they don't stick so bad. These don't look too pretty, but they're very tasty.

—SheRa

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Feb 20, 2008

Very good , everyone liked them. My only gripe is that they stuck to that pan and the plate ......... they needed to be pried off with a knife ! Maybe my ratio of honey was off so I will try again.

—t_jones

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30 Ratings

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Oct 06, 2008

This was amazing! I didn't grind up the nuts -- just stuffed them in whole. Also used much less wine and honey than called for, and it was still plenty. I served this with little toothpicks stuck in and it was beautiful and delicious. The only thing I'm not sure of is whether this should be served as a side dish or dessert!

—bonkselle23

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Dec 29, 2004

I give 5 * for flavour, but I'd deduct one * for the time-consuming preparations. We enjoyed these with the peppery honey glaze... it does lend a touch. Great, unusual snack!

—WildRose

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Apr 12, 2010

so easy and so delicious. also did with maple syrup once instead of honey!

—Anna

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Oct 21, 2003

My friends and family LOVE these. I now have to keep dates on my shopping list as it is so often requested!

—DOREEN_S

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Jan 11, 2010

delicious, but I crowded the pan with too many and they were messy!

—ninewest_98

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Jan 11, 2010

Definitely a super sweet treat (it's dates poached in honey, after all!), but it was so delicious! I made this with a friend and she stuffed the dates with the pine nuts, and apparently that was the hardest part about the recipe. Otherwise, it was simple, only calls for a few ingredients, and is a sweet accompaniment to a lineup of more savory bites to eat. Will make again.

—JUNATHENA

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Nutrition

Calories
192 kcal
10%

Carbohydrates
37.7 g
12%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
4.4 g
7%

Fiber
2.4 g
10%

Protein
2.7 g
5%

Sodium
2 mg
< 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Dulcia Domestica

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 192
Calories from Fat: 40

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.4g 7 %
Saturated Fat 0.7g 3 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
Sodium 2mg < 1 %
Potassium 240mg 7 %
Total Carbohydrates 37.7g 12 %
Dietary Fiber 2.4g 10 %
Protein 2.7g 5 %
Sugars 33.5g
Vitamin A < 1 %
Vitamin C < 1 %
Calcium 2 %
Iron 12 %
Thiamin 9 %
Niacin 9 %
Vitamin B6 4 %
Magnesium 12 %
Folate 6 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.