If you had asked me a few years ago if I liked dates, I probably would have said something like, "Ew. Gross. What's the matter with you?" But a little preparation goes a long way, and now dates are on my "yes, please" list. When I attended a food styling class last summer hosted by Lara Ferroni, she prepared dates like this for us to photograph and eat. I was immediately drawn in by the sweet, buttery smell in the air.
Place a pan over medium heat. Saute six dates in 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil. Stir for about three minutes until they're glossy, fragrant and warm. Place on a plate and pat dry with paper towel. Sprinkle with coarse salt.
Magically, they don't taste like crinkly, old fruit, but like warm, caramelly candy. These are perfect for a rainy day snack, which happened to be the case yesterday. And I wouldn't mind if it rained again today.
I've never had a date, but these are looking fabulous. I might have to rethink my date platform.
ReplyDeleteDates are like an ancient super food! This sounds like the best way to eat them!
ReplyDeleteI have loved dates since I was a child, but I've never had them warm. I'll have to try! My favorite way to eat them is stuffed with goat cheese & drizzled with honey.
ReplyDeleteI have never been able to eat dates but my dad loves them. I might have to try this little recipe...
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Ooh la la! This looks like a great variation on plain dates. Yum :)
ReplyDeleteDates are my favorite!!! Both kinds! xo.
ReplyDeleteDates with sea salt sounds like a genius idea! I'm already obsessed with dates, so I must try this.
ReplyDeleteNever had one, so I will take your word for it.
ReplyDeleteMy boyfriend is a Chef and he makes the BEST bacon wrapped dates I have ever had. Stuffed with blue cheese? Makes me want some just thinking about it!
ReplyDeleteprior to meeting him I don't think I had ever consumed a date. Now? Date advocate. hehe
xo,
C
I've got to admit I've not really eaten dates on their own before. But the way you've described them has me ready to give them a go! Warm, caramelly candy? Let me at 'em.
ReplyDeleteOh dear me, those sound amazing! I've had bacon-wrapped dates, but those were too rich for me. These sound perfect!
ReplyDeleteI really like plump, moist dates - I must give these a try!
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