Milk and Date Pudding

Instructions

1. 1

   Begin by pitting the dates and chopping them into small pieces.

2. 2

   In a saucepan, combine the milk and chopped dates. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it starts to simmer.

3. 3

   Add the sugar to the milk and date mixture, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.

4. 4

   Gradually add the semolina to the saucepan, stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming.

5. 5

   Continue to cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens to a pudding-like consistency.

6. 6

   Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly.

7. 7

   Pour the pudding into serving dishes and allow it to set in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

8. 8

   Serve chilled, optionally garnished with additional chopped dates or nuts.