Palestinian: Namoura (semolina dessert)

Recipe by Fairouz AbuGhazaleh <airouzabughazaleh@gmail.com>

(serves 4-6)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup plain low fat yogurt
• 1 cup sugar
• 1¼ cup of Cream Wheat (or fine semolina flour)
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup corn oil

For the syrup:

• ¾ cup water
• ¾ cup of sugar
• A few drops of lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon orange blossom water (optional)

Procedure:

1. Preheat oven to 350 F
2. In a bowl, mix sugar and yogurt well
3. Add Cream of Wheat, baking powder, baking soda; mix well
4. Add oil and mix until blended well
5. Pour mixture in a round tray (10x12 inches) and let sit for 15 minutes
6. Add almonds and bake for about 25-30 minutes
7. Make the syrup: In a small saucepan, mix water and sugar together; bring to a boil and let it boil for a few minutes, then add a few drops of lemon juice and the orange blossom water (if using)
8. Drizzle the syrup all over the surface of the namoura and let it soak for 10-15 minutes
9. Cut into diamond shaped pieces and enjoy