Name: Fig and Port Wine Charoset
Yield: Makes about 2 cups
Ingredients: 1 cup ruby port; 1 cup black Mission figs, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 cups finely chopped Vidalia or other sweet onions; 1/3 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted (optional); 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

In addition to its traditional role on the Seder plate, this charoset is delicious as a condiment for duck or roast beef.

Note:

Kedem brand kosher-for-Passover ruby port is available at www.queenannewine.com.

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