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1. Line a shallow baking tin with the pastry.
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2. Stone the dates, cut them lengthwise into 4 pieces, place them in a soup plate, pour the rum or cognac over and leave them to soak as long as possible.
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3. Beat the egg whites to a stiff froth and add the almonds, corn flour and sugar and lastly the drained dates.
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4. Fill the uncooked pastry shell with this mixture and bake in a moderate oven (350°F) for 35-40 minutes, taking care not to allow the filling to become too brown.
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5. Just before serving, sprinkle with icing sugar, and leave in the oven for a moment or two longer.
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6. Serve hot or cold.
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