Omm 'Ali (Egyptian Bread and Butter Pudding)

Ingredients

• 1 packet roqaq (a type of cracker bread)
• 1 cup mixed nut
• 1 tablespoon coconut, grated
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or fresh cream
• 1 cup milk (rich, well-sweetened)

Directions

1. 1

   Dry the roqaq or gullash, 1-2 sheets at a time, for 1-2 minutes in a hot oven, enough to make them dry and crisp.

2. 2

   Crush with fingers and place in lightly greased oven dish.

3. 3

   Mix nuts and coconut, and scatter on top.

4. 4

   Warm the sweetened milk and pour over the dessert.

5. 5

   Dab with butter or cream, and placed in moderately hot oven (325-375 F) until top is browned.