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Permalink Reply by Jaume on August 14, 2009 at 2:44pm

Fromage blanc (aka formatge fresc/queso blanco) and honey is a pretty popular dessert here in North Catalonia. And yogurt is often used as a replacement.

My suggestion: replace the dates with pine nuts.

Permalink Reply by Dallas the Phallus on August 14, 2009 at 2:59pm

To me, queso blanco is a Mexican cheese that is somewhat dry and crumbly, a little similar to Feta, but not as salty. I don't think you're queso blanco is the same thing as my queso blanco.

My suggestion: replace the dates with pine nuts.

Hmm...interesting thought. I'm not sure if I'd like that.

Permalink Reply by Jaume on August 14, 2009 at 3:51pm

I don't think you're queso blanco is the same thing as my queso blanco.

Obviously not. A quick research on Wikipedia suggests that the fromage blanc I've in mind is more like what you call curd or quark. Although quark translates back as caillé, which is still another thing. I prefer "my" fromage blanc to yogurt when it's made from goat or sheep milk instead of cow.

No pine nuts? Again, maybe yours are different from ours. That's what makes the world a so exciting place.

Permalink Reply by Dallas the Phallus on August 14, 2009 at 4:06pm

Pine nuts from pine trees, that's what I'm thinking of. I've had them in savory dishes, but never sweet.

Permalink Reply by Jaume on August 14, 2009 at 4:21pm

Unlucky you. Our pine trees give sweet pine nuts, yet with a strong flavor. Hard to find in numbers, but can be used in many dishes, including desserts and cakes.

On the other hand, your dates may be better than ours.

Permalink Reply by Dallas the Phallus on August 14, 2009 at 4:41pm

Well, without being able to do a side-by-side comparison, that's anyone's guess.

Permalink Reply by sacha on August 18, 2009 at 3:30pm

I like dates, but I prefer figs.
Figs are a good substitute as well. Greek yogurt (the full fat kind) and figs drizzled with honey. mmm