Stick Date and Walnut Paste

Walnuts are such a treat, I love to sit around with my little ladies and have a "cracking" session. I am sure far more are eaten rather than deposited in to nut jar. Thank you Robert, for the delectable walnuts.

What you need....

2 cups dates, finely chopped
3 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1 chili, finely chopped
2 tbsp honey
3/4 cup white sugar
1 1/2 cups walnuts, roughly chopped
 

Make it happen....

1. Set the walnuts to one side and place all other ingredients in a heavy based saucepan. Stir continuously over medium heat until sugar dissolves.

2. Simmer for around 20 minuets, the mixture should look pasty and stiff.

3. Cool  and transfer to a sheet of baking paper, roll into a log and twist the ends to secure.

4. Refrigerate for up to 1 month, cut into slices for serving.    

This paste is so moreish, great with cheese and rocket as photographed. Alone in my kitchen I have been know to smear it straight on to a thick piece of crusty bead - yum!

K