This Sephardic charoset is perfect for your Passover table and to have on hand throughout the week.

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups raisins
• 1 cup pitted dates
• 1/2 cup dried apricots
• 4 cups hot water
• 3/4 cup unblanched almonds
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup dry red wine or grape juice
• matzo crackers, optional

Directions

1. In a large bowl, cover raisins, dates and apricots with hot water. Let sit until soft, about 20 minutes.
2. Place almonds into a food processor or high-powered blender. Pulse for 30 seconds. Drain fruit; add to almonds along with cinnamon, cloves and salt.
3. Continue processing while gradually adding enough wine in a steady stream to reach desired consistency.
4. Serve immediately with matzo crackers.