Sheer Yakh (Afghan Ice Cream)

A popular Afghan dessert. No two Afghans prepare the same dish exactly the same. Creativity is another element that contributes to the wonderful medley of flavors that make up Afghan cooking. From afghanweb. To make this vegan, you can use non dairy ice cream.

Afghan Ambrosia – Haf-Miwah

A recipe from restauranteur Sayed Ahmad Shah. This makes wonderful use of apricots…. NB: Time to make doesn’r include chilling time!

Algerian Date Pudding

From 70 Medecins de France Le Tresor De La Cuisine Du Bassin Mediterraneen and found in The Good Cook Classic Desserts. 1/2 lb dates is about 2 cups.

Traditional Algerian Baklawa / Baklava – Family Recipe

This is the most famous Algerian ‘heloua’. You will find it at all the weddings & special occasions. It isn’t all that difficult to make but is a bit time consuming. It freezes OK too! To see me making this step by step with lots of photos, go here: http://www.recipezaar.com/bb/viewtopic.zsp?t=230630&start=0

Traditional Mexican Wedding Cookies

My mom and I have been baking these for as long as I can remember. They are delectable butter-type cookies served as favors at traditional Mexican weddings. They also make a wonderful addition to any Christmas goodie platter.

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