POMEGRANATE, GLAZED WALNUT CHAROSET

FROM MY JEWISH LEARNING

Ingredients

4 gala apples, peeled and diced

1 cup pomegranate seeds

1/3 cup Manischewitz

1/3 cup pomegranate juice

1 teaspoon lemon or orange zest (optional)

1 cup walnut halves

4 cups vegetable oil

¼ cup sugar

2 teaspoon cinnamon

Directions

Line large baking sheet with parchment paper. Whisk together sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon in a bowl.

In a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil to 350°F. Fry walnuts until golden brown, about 30 seconds, being careful not to burn. Using a slotted spoon, transfer walnuts from skillet to bowl containing sugar mixture. Toss walnuts in sugar, then spread on baking sheet. Cool 15 minutes, then chop roughly.

Combine nuts, remaining 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, apples, pomegranate seeds, zest, wine and pomegranate juice. Refrigerate until ready to serve.