Apricot Chews

* Exported from MasterCook *

Apricot Chews

Recipe By : Lyn Belisle <belisle@TENET.EDU>
Serving Size : 24 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Bars Fruits

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 Cup Dried Apricots -- finely chopped
1/2 Cup Raisins
1/3 Cup Water
1 Cup Flour
1 Tsp Baking Powder
1/4 Tsp Baking Soda
1 Cup Sugar
2 Eggs
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
1/2 Cup Crushed Pineapple -- drained
1/2 Cup Nuts -- chopped (optional)
Powdered Sugar -- or frosting
-----Frosting-----
1 Cup Powdered Sugar
1 Tbsp Butter
1/4 Cup aPricot Preservesp

Cook apricots and raisins over low heat in water until water is
absorbed. Cool slightly and add remaining ingredients except powdered
sugar or frosting. Blend well and spread in a greased 9" pan. Bake at
350F for 35-40 minutes. Cut into bars while warm and sprinkle with
powdered sugar or spread with frosting.

Blend well. Spread on bars.

Makes 24 bars

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