Maltese walnut and dates pie

Method

• step 1

  Chop the dates in small pieces and put in a saucepan.

• step 2

  Add 3 tablespoons water and put on a moderate heat, till they start melting. You have to be very careful, because the dates should not melt completely.

• step 3

  Lower heat. Add the walnuts, Anisette and finely chopped rind of 1 tangerine. Blend well.

• step 4

  Remove from heat and put in a bowl and put aside to cool.

• step 5

  When completely cold, fill the pastry case with this filling. Smooth the top.

• step 6

  Decorate with the extra walnuts.