Pastelli (Honey-Sesame Snacks)

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~ Ingredients: ~ 200 grams of sesame seeds ~ 450 grams of aromatic honey ~ 2 tbsp of lemon juice ~ 1 1/2 tbsp of unsalted melted butter ~ 1 tbsp of orange blossom water (Optional)

 

~ Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (see conversions). ~ Line a shallow baking pan with parchment per and spread the sesame seeds on it and bake for about 5 minutes to toast lightly. ~ Remove from the oven and set aside to cool down. ~ Pour the honey plus 4 tbsp of water in a small sauce pan and slowly bring to boil. ~ Add the lemon juice and the toasted sesame seeds and boil gently until the mixture reaches the soft ball stage. ~ Line a small shallow baking pan with parchment paper and brush lightly with the melted butter. ~ Pour the sesame-honey mixture and spread out evenly to the desired thickness. ~ Sprinkle with the orange blossom water and set aside to cool down. (Optional) ~ Before it cools down completely, with a sharp knife, cut at any size or shape you want. ~ Once the Pastelli is completely cold, Turn it over and remove the parchment paper. ~ Store in airtight containers for up to a month between layers of wax or parchment paper. ~ Pastelli (Honey-Sesame Snacks) is the perfect snack for the whole family in between meals. ~ Good luck and enjoy.