Halvah Parfait

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This dish is said to be the only dish invented in israel to attain international acclaim.

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Steps

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In a bowl whip the sweet cream until it forms stiff peaks.

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In a small saucepan mix the sugar with 6 tablespoons of water and boil for 5 minutes.

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Remove from the heat and let the mixture cool.

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In the top of a double boiler , over but not in boiling water , place the syrup and add the egg yolks and amaretto.

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Mix with a hand mixer without stopping until the mixture is thick in texture and lighter in color and begins to form a foam on the surface.

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Remove from the heat , transfer to a mixing bowl and add the halvah.

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Mix at a high speed without stopping for 15 minutes and then fold in the whipped cream , mixing gently with a plastic spatula until the mixture is even throughout.

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Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan , cover with plastic wrap or parchment paper and place in the freezer for a minimum of 6-8 hours.

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Serve in thick slices as a dessert.

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Hailing from the middle east , this confection is made from ground sesame seed and honey , sometimes with the addition of chopped dried fru.

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Ingredients

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sweet cream, sugar, egg yolks, amaretto liqueur, halvah