Basbousa(بسبوسة)

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
2. 2
   Melt butter, allow to cool to room temperature.
3. 3
   Combine sugar and buttermilk in a large bowl.
4. 4
   Combine the semolina, vanilla, baking powder and baking soda in a separate bowl.
5. 5
   Add semolina mixture to buttermilk mixture, mix well, then add melted butter, and mix well.
6. 6
   Spray an 11x7 inch pan with cooking spray, pour in the mixture; You may also use a 13x9 inch pan, and bake for 25 minutes instead of 30.
7. 7
   Let sit for 20 minutes.
8. 8
   Bake for 30 minutes, pour sugar syrup over it while still warm.
9. 9
   This is usually served with tea or coffee.
10. 10
    ------ Sugar Syrup ----------.
11. 11
    Combine sugar, water and juice of half a lemon in a saucepan.
12. 12
    Bring to a boil, reduce heat and allow to simmer for 20-25 minutes, mixture should thicken when it cools.