Eid ul Fitr is Upon Us!!!!!

"Where her secrets never have to remain a secret..."

I'm not of Muslim faith but I remember as a child growing up, it was tradition that at every Eid ul Fitr my mom would make this delicious dessert called Sawine. 

Sawine is a rich, creamy and delicious dessert made from vermicelli noodles, milk, flavoured with ginger, cinnamon and sometimes other aromatic spices.

Since Eid ul Fitr will be celebrated tomorrow, I just wanted to share with you my Mom's spectacular recipe for Sawine...

Indulge a little...TRY IT!!!

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 package of vermicelli (about 7 oz)
5 cups water
1 stick cinnamon
1 1/2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
1 can evaporated milk, 12 oz
1 can condensed milk, 14 oz

Optional(use any combination of the following): 
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries
1/2 cup raisins


Method:

1. Add 2 tablespoons butter(I always use organic) to a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
2. When the beutter is melted, break vermicelli into small pieces and place into pan.
3. Toast until golden brown constantly turning to brown evenly and prevent burning.
4. Add 5 cups water, cinnamon stick, ginger and bring to a boil.
5. When it comes to a boil, lower heat and cook for 10-15 mins until vermicelli is soft.
6. Add evaporated milk and condensed milk 
7. If using raisins, chopped maraschino cherries, sliced almonds or crushed peanuts, add to pan now.
8. Allow to simmer for about 3 mins 
9. Serve hot or cold..whatever your preference may be.

ENJOY...

EID MUBARAK!