Author Notes
I try to con my husband into eating a cheese plate for dinner about once a week. The more cheeses and chutneys to slather on crusty toasts - the better. Quick and easy, this little number comes together in about thirty minutes & is a great addition to our board. It's herby from the fresh rosemary and gets depth from shallot and ginger, and the dates break down into a delightfully buttery mess. We love it most with blue cheese. Happy Munching :) —OhCuriousRose
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Ingredients
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10-15
Dates, pitted and diced (about 1/2 cup smooshed)
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1/4 cup
Maple Syrup
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1
Shallot, diced
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1/2 teaspoon
Ginger, use a fresh nub if you have it!
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2-3 sprigs
Rosemary, chopped
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1
Lemon, zest and juice
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1/2 teaspoon
Cider Vinegar
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Pinch
Cayenne (optional)
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1/2 teaspoon
Kosher Salt
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1/2 cup
Water
Directions
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Put all your ingredients into a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Take it down to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until it reduces and gets "jammy" and sticky and the dates have broken down. Your spoon will start to leave nice drag marks. Takes about 20 minutes. Taste and season if it needs a little more lemon/salt/syrup.
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Let cool. Spoon into a pretty dish and top with more rosemary.
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