Be sure to use the flavorful dried Blenheim apricots from the farmers’ markets. INGREDIENTS: Shortbread Crust: 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste* 2 cups all-purpose flour Pinch salt Apricot Filling: 3 cups dried apricots 3 cups water 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup almond flavored liqueur Pinch...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 tablespoons minute tapioca 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup sugar 2 cups dried apricots, cooked and drained (reserve water) 1 cup hot apricot juice (reserved from cooked apricots above) 1 unbaked pastry shell and pastry for lattice top 1 small can (1 cup) crushed pineapple (optional) METHOD: Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine tapioca,...Read More

Chutney is one of the most useful condiments to have in the cupboard! It can be used in so many different ways. This apricot chutney with almonds is packed with flavor and a breeze to make. You’ll find dried apricots available from Pulido Farms at our farmer’s markets. If you like chutney with a little...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup and 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 onions, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 2/3 cup dried apricots 3 cups red lentils 10 cups vegetable or chicken stock, plus more if needed 6 plum tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme Salt and freshly ground pepper,...Read More