Simple basket recipe with bread, dates, olives, Ingredients 4 flattened loaves or rustic pieces of bread 1 cup of dates 1/2 cup of green and black olives1 cup of cooked lentils1 tablespoon of olive oil1 teaspoon of lemonjuice1 pinch of salt1 pinch of cumin, optional Fresh herbs for garnish Instructions Cook the lentils in water until tender. Drain well and place in a bowl. Mash the lentils with the olive oil, lemon juice,salt, and cumin. Mix until you get a rustic paste. Quickly warm the bread in a frying pan or at a low oven temperaturePlace the bread in a simple basket. Arrange the dates alongside. Add the olives to a small bowl or directly into the basket. Put the lentil paste into a small clay or ceramic pot. Finish with fresh herbs. Serve as a humble, shareable, and comforting meal. - @jealeaded