Charoset

There are many recipes for charoset. The traditional Eastern European version includes apples, nuts, cinnamon, and sweet wine—ingredients mentioned by King Solomon in the Song of Songs as recalling the attributes of the Jewish people.

Recipe Ingredients:

8 ounces finely chopped dates
1 finely chopped green apple
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans
1/3 cup Manischewitz concord grape wine
3 tablespoons matzah meal
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Cooking Directions:

1. Stir together all ingredients in a large bowl until well mixed.

Makes 4 cups.