Egyptian Haroset -

Egyptian Haroset

Ingredients

1 lb raisins
8 oz dates, pitted
2 cups water
¼ cup sugar
¼ cup walnuts (or pecans), chopped

Method

Cover raisins and dates with water; let stand 1 hr. Add the sugar and blend or food-process until roughly chopped. Transfer to a heavy saucepan and simmer 20 min or until fruits are cooked and water is absorbed. When cool, stir in chopped nuts.

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