Charoset
Charoset with apples, walnuts and spices has a special meaning for the Passover holiday. It represents mortar used for brickmaking when the Israelites were in Egypt. The sweetness represents freedom.
Total time 15 minutes plus chilling. Serves 6.
Ingredients:
3 Medium gala or fuji apples, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 C finely chopped walnuts, toasted
2 tbls sweet red wine or grape juice
2 tbls sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
Matzo crackers, optional
Directions:
In a large bowl, toss apples and walnuts with wine. Mix sugar and cinnamon: sprinkle over apple mixture and toss to combine. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour before serving.
CELEBRATE THE SEASON
by Lisa Schoenfeld
MOMMY'S TIME OUT
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