Charoset : Fresh Apple Relish-A Passover Tradition

Makes about 4-5 cups

As apples are most nutritious eaten raw, this is an ancient, wise and delicious food that every age group will love:

• ½ c dried cranberries or cherries, chopped
• ½ c dried apricots, chopped
• ½ c raisins
• ½ c dates, chopped
• 2/3 c mixed nuts, chopped
• 2 large red apples unpeeled, cored, and grated
• 1 large green apple, unpeeled, cored, and grated
• 1c organic grape juice
• ½ t almond extract
• 1 ½ t. ground cinnamon
• 1 pod vanilla bean, scraped (optional)

Method:
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Taste and add raw honey if necessary. Refrigerate and allow to marinate for several hours. Can be served with savory foods or topped with whipped cream and served as dessert.

This is a great aid for regulating the digestive system.