"An inextricable part of the Seder, haroseth represents the mortar that the Jews were forced to work with as slaves in ancient Egypt. Recipes vary widely, depending on region; this one leans toward the Mediterranean, with its dates and warm spices. It was given to us by Tanya Holland, chef-owner of Brown Sugar Kitchen and B-Side Baking Co. in Oakland...."
INGREDIENTS
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4 firm, tart-sweet apples, such as Fuji or Gala, unpeeled
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1/2 cup roasted unsalted almonds, roughly chopped
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6 pitted Medjool dates, halved lengthwise and chopped (to yield about 1/2 cup)
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1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
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3/4 teaspoon orange zest (from 1 large orange)
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Pinch of ground cloves
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2 tablespoons tawny port
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1/4 cup lightly toasted sliced almonds