The Jewish expression of “making a Tzimmes out of something” means making a mountain out of a molehill. Making this dish is not as big a deal as most people think it is. In fact i made it twice already during Pesach/Passover.
The best part of a dish like this is that it is adaptable. aliitle more of this, a little less of that and it will be fine,
2 Medium Sweet Potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 -3 carrots, peeled and chopped
2 apples, peeled and chopped (any type)
handful of dried fruit such as prunes, apricots, apples)
water to cover in saucepan
pich of salt
1 to 2 Tbsp honey
potato starch as needed
2 tsp cinnamon.
Place potatoes etc in saucepan and simmer for about 45 minutes. Aas it simmers, add a tsp or two of potato starch to thicken. Taste for sweetness and add more honey as necessary. Since the dish is pareve/vegetarian it can be served with any meal. It is traditionally served with brisket or other holiday meal. This serves about 4 people. It can be made for many more, just multiply the amounts of ingredients for many more.
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