Greek Pasteli (Sesame Seed & Honey Snacks)

Ingredients

• 1 1/3 cups honey
• 3/4 cup water
• 3 1/2 cups hulled sesame seeds
• 2 slices lemon zest, chopped finely

Directions

1. 1

   In a heavy pan, bring the honey and water to "firm ball stage" (130 degrees C/250 degrees F).

2. 2

   Take off the heat and stir in the sesame seeds and lemon zest.

3. 3

   On a flat marble surface (or metal trays moistened with water) spread the mixture evenly with a spatula or knife (or try a rolling pin) to 1 cm (1/2 inch) thickness.

4. 4

   Before it cools, cut into squares (try a pizza cutter).

5. 5

   When it is completely cool, wrap the squares in waxed paper and store in a covered container.