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How to Break the Ramadan Fast with Date Recipes. Traditionally, those celebrating Ramadan eat
dates each night to break their fast. Enjoy these fruits in one of the many delicious
ways outlined here. You will need Dates Date recipes and food processor. Step 1. Make traditional
Middle Eastern _mamoul_ cookies by rolling out 1-inch balls of pastry, dropping a teaspoon
of prepared date filling in the center, gathering the edges toward the top, and pressing the
pastry shut. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes and enjoy. Use fresh dates
when available for optimal nutrition and taste. Step 2. Combine chopped dates with semi-sweet
chocolate morsels, butter or margarine, sugar, eggs, and flour to create a delightful chocolate
date cake. Bake in a 425-degree oven for 15 minutes, or until edges set and center is
still moist. Step 3. Prepare a gourmet date treat. Steam and then puree dates in a food
processor along with roasted almonds. Add cinnamon, honey, orange blossom water, form
the paste into balls and roll in coconut before serving. Step 4. Boost your protein intake
by mixing dates in with cooked chicken, lentils, and sauteed vegetables. Serve over rice for
a satisfying meal. Did you know Ramadan is an important holiday for Muslims, who often
travel to visit family at this time. In September 2010, international air travel spiked 10.5
percent, partially due to Ramadan, which ended September 9.