Classic Apricot Sweet (Mudur Chere)

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Vegetarian Classic Apricot Sweet (Mudur Chere)

 

1 lb. dried apricots

2 cs. water (or more)

1/4 c. sugar

2 tbsps. blanched almonds; halved

4 cardamom pods; cracked

3 slises ginger (thin)

1 3-inch cinnamon stick halved

 

Soak apricots in 2 cups water in heavy medium saucepan

5 hours. Add remaining ingredients to apricots and

bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until thick,

adding more water if syrup becomes gummy, about 15

minutes. Cool completely, cover and refrigerate.

Remove cardamom, ginger and cinnamon before serving.

Makes 4 servings.