Dates, Cheese and Butter
A simple and blessed Prophetic combination. The companions ate dates, cheese, and butter together in the household of the Prophet (ﷺ). Ibn Abbas narrated that the Prophet (ﷺ) partook of this combination with his companions. — Sahih Muslim
- Serves: 2
- Calories: 310 kcal
Ingredients
- Dates
- Cheese
- Butter
Method
Step 1 — Arrange the dates: Place a generous handful of fresh or dried dates on a simple plate. Step 2 — Slice the cheese: Cut a portion of firm cheese into small pieces and arrange alongside the dates. Step 3 — Serve the butter: Place a small portion of soft butter or ghee in a dish on the side for dipping or spreading. Step 4 — Begin with Bismillah and eat together — a date, a piece of cheese, and a little butter — as was the blessed custom.