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.
Charoset
- 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
- Stir together all ingredients
in a large bowl until well mixed.
Makes 4 cups.