Jams : Apricot Jam

Ingredients:

1/2cup dried apricots (khumani)

1 cup water

1/4 cup fresh orange juice

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

11/2 cup sugar or jaggery (gur)

1/3 cup toasted chopped walnuts and almonds

Preparation:

Wash and dry the apricots, then cut each piece in half, discarding seeds.
Place them in a heavy sauce pan medium sized and cover with the water, orange juice and lemon juice. Soak for overnight.
Place the pan over high heat and bring to boil.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes or until the fruit is soft.
Add the sugar and nuts and stir fry till sugar melts.
Bring to boil over moderate heat, stirring frequently.
Boil until the jam gets thick.
Cool to room temperature, cover and store, refrigerated, for up to a week.