Vegetarian

20 Minute Apricot Jam

submitted by By Cathe Olson



<p>By Cathe Olson Author of Simply Natural Baby Food available at <a href="http://www.simplynaturalbooks.com/" target="_blank">www.simplynaturalbooks.com</a></p>

This easy spread is delicious on toast, English muffins or corn muffins. It's also wonderful stirred into oatmeal or plain yogurt.

2 cups dried apricots
1 3/4 cup apple juice (divided)
2 teaspoons arrowroot powder
pinch sea salt


<p>Place apricots in small pan with 3/4 cup apple juice. Simmer about 15 minutes, or until soft and most of the liquid is absorbed. Puree in food processor or mash well with a spoon. Pour remaining 1 cup apple juice into pan. Add arrowroot and stir until dissolved. Turn heat to medium-low. Stir in apricot puree. Simmer 2 to 3 minutes, or until mixture is thickened. Cool and store in covered jar in refrigerator.</p><p>Yield: 2 cups</p>