Apricot Candy Recipe

• 2 lb dry apricots
• 2 c. sugar
• 1 c. water
• 1/2 c. blanched almonds

1. In a food processor, finely mince the apricots.
2. In a large pot add in water and the apricots and slowly simmer till the apricots thicken.
3. Add in 1/2 the sugar, 1 c., to the apricots and simmer for another 10-15 min.
4. Let the apricots cold.
5. With hands lubricated with a little butter, form the apricot mix into 1 inch diameter balls.
6. On a sheet of waxed paper, flatten the balls till they are about 1/2 inch in thickness.
7. Place an almond in the center and dip in granulated sugar.
8. These can be individually wrapped in small squares of waxed paper and will store well till all are consumed.
9. Not very long!

apricots, sugar, water, blanched almonds

Taken from cookeatshare.com/recipes/apricot-candy-68659 (may not work)