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Apricot And Brandy Jam

This is a very yummy apricot jam, and it makes a lovely gift too. It is not difficult to make, but does take a bit of time. Since dried apricots are used instead of fresh ones, it is a good

Steps

Combine apricots and water in a bowl , cover , and let stand overnight , or until soft and well plumped.
Combine apricots and their soaking water in saucepan with the orange peel and juice and simmer for 5 minutes.
Add the sugar and bring to boil , while stirring.
Boil gently , stirring often , until the mixture is thick and shiny and begins to clear the sides of the pan when stirred.
While mixture thickens , be sure to stir it continually but gently , so that the fruit does not burn or get squashed.
Do not allow the mixture to cook down to a puree.
It should retain good-sized bits of apricot.
Remove the preserve from heat and stir in almond extract and brandy.
Ladle into 3 half-pint canning jars , prepared in usual manner and seal with sterilized 2 piece screw-on lids.
Cool and let mellow several weeks or more before serving.

Ingredients

dried apricot halves, water, orange, sugar, almond extract, brandy