Apricot Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Drain apricots, reserving syrup.
2. 2
   Puree apricots in blender. Add enough syrup to puree to measure 1 cup.
3. 3
   Sift together flour, powder, soda and salt.
4. 4
   Mix in nuts.
5. 5
   Cream together sugar and Crisco.
6. 6
   Beat in eggs.
7. 7
   Stir in orange juice and apricot puree. Add flour mixture and mix well.
8. 8
   Pour batter into greased 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan.
9. 9
   Bake at 350° for 40 to 45 minutes.
10. 10
    May be frozen.