1/2 lb Pitted dates

    1/4 lb Raisins

      4    Dried figs

  1 1/2 c  Sweet kosher wine

    1/4 lb Walnuts

    1/4 lb Alonds

      2 tb Sesame seeds

    1/2 ts Cumin

    1/2 ts Ground ginger

    1/2 ts Cinnamon

    1/2 ts Cardamon

  Place the dried fruits in a food processor or blender; chop fine.  Add 1/2
  cup of the wine. Mix again at low speed. Add the remaining ingredients and
  mix at low speed until nearly smooth. Makes 8 servings.
  Origin: Journal American, March 24, 1993 Shared by: Sharon Stevens