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How to Make Sahlab at Home

Sahlab is a delicious warm drink/dessert, often served with a sprinkle of cinnamon or other delicate flavorings. Perfect with cake or cookies—make it at home and enjoy its warmth.

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1½ liters (about 6 cups) milk½ cup sugar6 tablespoons cornstarch, dissolved in 1 cup water4 tablespoons orange blossom waterGround cinnamon for garnish — optionalGrated coconut for garnish — optionalFinely ground pistachios for garnish — optionalFrom the Arab kitchen, here is a delicious kunafa at the link: Kunafa with Mozzarella CheeseFor more of Alissar's tasty recipes, see Maamoul filled with cream

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In a pot, put the milk on the stove and bring it to a boil

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Kunafa with Mozzarella Cheese
Maamoul filled with cream