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Halvah (Sesame Honey Candy)

OK, so this is not the most authentic recipe in the world as I am definitely no expert at making Middle Eastern sweets. But these super easy candies are packed with the wonderful flavor of traditional sesame halvah, even if they don’t require hours of stovetop work to prepare. Just mix together four simple ingredients, and chill the dough for a few hours before serving. If you are a sesame lover like I am, you are sure to enjoy this decadent treat. If you are not so familiar with sesame-rich foods, I am sure that the honey and brown sugar content will make you a true fan.

Ingredients:
1 cup sesame tahini
1 cup honey
1 cup brown sugar
2 cups white flour

Directions:
1. Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl. Make sure everything is well incorporated to make a thick dough.
2. Press the dough into a pan, a shallow bowl, or onto aluminum foil.
3. Chill in the freezer for at least an hour.
4. Cut the halvah into small cubes or rectangular pieces and serve or store in an airtight container in the freezer.

Hints:
• Make sure to use good quality honey for optimal taste. My favorite kinds are orange blossom honey, sage honey, and mesquite honey.
• At a certain point, it will become much easier to mix the dough with your hands instead of a spoon. Don’t resist the urge, just dig in and lick your fingers well afterwards!
• Keep the halvah in easy reach in your freezer, as it is an optimal food to snack on throughout the day. Use it for that needed energy boost and stress break.