INGREDIENTS
1
cup dried apricots (5 ounces)
1
cup unsweetened apple juice
PREPARATION:
- Combine apricots and juice in small saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; cool slightly.
- Pour mixture into blender or food processor; process until smooth. Cool to room temperature and refrigerate in airtight container or jar with tight fitting lid up to 3 months.
Health Note
Apricots are a super source of beta carotene. Research continues to show that antioxidants, such as beta carotene, have a disease-fighting role. Try dried apricots for a wonderful, quick snack to help increase your beta carotene intake.
This recipe appears in:
Spreads & Butters
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Serving Size:
1 tablespoon
Fiber
1 g
Carbohydrate
7 g
Saturated Fat
<1 g
Total Fat
<1 g
Calories from Fat
1 %
Calories
28
Protein
<1 g
Sodium
1 mg
DIETARY EXCHANGE:
Fruit
1/2
