A flavorful combination of dried fruits and nuts reminiscent of the Venetian Ghetto. It also makes a wonderful filling for pastry or cookies.
Author: Paula Barbarito-Levitt
Recipe type: Dolce
Serves: 5 cups of Haroset
Ingredients
1 cup golden raisins, soaked in warm water for 30 minutes
½ cup dark raisins, soaked in warm water for 30 minutes
6 dried figs, ends trimmed and and minced
½ cup of dried apricots, minced
6 dates, pits removed and chopped
1 cup lightly toasted skinned almonds, coarsely chopped
1 cup lightly toasted pine nuts
2 Tbs of Kosher for Passover Liquor or Grappa
Grated rind from one large orange
⅓ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
½ to ¾ cup of superior quality honey
Instructions
Combine the prepared fruits and nuts, add the orange juice, orange rind, and Liquor. Mix together well, the dates will break down to a paste like consistency and act to bind the mixture.
Once thoroughly combined, begin to add the honey starting with ½ cup. The amount you need will depend upon the plumpness of the fruit, especially the dates. You want a paste that holds together nicely and can be taken easily with a spoon. Additional honey may be added once the mixture sits for a day or two.
Cover and refrigerate until needed.
Recipe by LaBellaSorella at https://labellasorella.com/2015/03/venetian-haroset/