Apricot Butter
Ingredients
- 10 c sliced apricots
- 1 c water
- 1/3 c orange juice
- sugar
- grated orange rind (to taste)
Instructions
In a large pot, combine the apricots and water. cook until soft. Add the orange juice and rind. Remove from heat and either press through seive or puree in the food processor. Measure puree and return to pot. For each cup of puree, add 2/3 c. sugar. Bring to a boil, and boil until thick - about 10 - 15 minutes. Ladle hot into jars and cap. Process in boiling water 10 minutes for pints.