Harissa ( هريسة) / Basbousa / Middle eastern semolina dessert

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Mix together 1 cup canola oil, 1 cup whole milk, 3 tablespoons yogurt, and 1 cup sugar in a bowl until boiling.

Spread 1 1/2 tablespoons tahini on a 3-quart pan.

Pour the mixed liquid ingredients into the pan and spread evenly.

Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes to thicken.

Cut the mixture into equal squares and place one sliced almond on each piece.

Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes until golden brown.

In a separate pot, combine 3 cups sugar, 2 cups water, and 1 slice of lemon for the syrup.

Boil the syrup mixture on high heat, then reduce to low heat until the basbousa is ready.

Pour the hot syrup over the baked basbousa and let it sit for 2 hours before serving.

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