Semolina cake

Halvas is a universal family treat, loved by everyone in Greece. It takes very little time to make – about 20 minutes – and uses quite inexpensive ingredients that every Greek household routinely has in stock. It makes a perfect accompaniment to Greek coffee. The popularity of halvas is reflected in its simple formula, which any Greek cook can recite: one, two, three, four. This refers to the number of cups of the essential ingredients: one of olive oil, two of semolina, three