Ranginak: Persian Date and Walnut Dessert for Yalda Night
A no-bake Persian date and walnut dessert from southern Iran, perfect for Yalda Night and easy to make ahead.
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Pomegranate Pistachio Cake for Yalda Night: Moist and Easy
A moist Persian-style pomegranate pistachio cake with cardamom and a tangy glaze, made ahead for the Yalda Night table.
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Butternut Squash and Sage White Pizza: A Cozy Autumn Dinner
A cozy autumn white pizza with roasted butternut squash, caramelized onions, ricotta and crisp sage: a vegetarian dinner for cool evenings.
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Khoresh Beh: Persian Quince and Lamb Stew for Autumn
Khoresh beh is a Persian autumn stew of tender lamb and golden quince, lightly sweet and sour. A lovely make-ahead dish for Yalda Night.
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Saffron Pistachio Cheesecake for Yalda Night: Creamy and Make-Ahead
A Persian-inspired baked cheesecake with saffron, pistachio and rose water, made a day ahead for Yalda Night and winter tables.
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Halva Kaddu: Persian Pumpkin Halva with Saffron and Cardamom
Persian pumpkin halva with saffron, cardamom and rose water: a soft, gluten-free autumn sweet for Yalda Night and cosy evenings.
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Stuffed Acorn Squash with Wild Rice, Cranberries and Pecans
A vegetarian Thanksgiving main: roasted acorn squash filled with wild rice, mushrooms, cranberries and pecans. Make-ahead and fit for a festive table.
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Adas Polo: Persian Lentil Rice with Dates and Saffron
Adas polo is a Persian layered rice with lentils, raisins and dates, perfect for cool autumn dinners and cosy family tables.
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Sholeh Zard: Persian Saffron Rice Pudding for Yalda Night
Golden Persian saffron rice pudding with rose water and cardamom, a cozy winter sweet for Yalda Night and family gatherings. Make-ahead friendly.
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Persian Yogurt Cake (Keyk-e Mast): Soft, Lemony, One Bowl
Persian yogurt cake with lemon and cardamom: a soft, moist one-bowl bake for tea time, easy for beginners and busy hosts.
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