Apricot Candy

7 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 3 c. sugar
  • 1 c. evaporated milk
  • 1 c. finely chopped dried apricots
  • 1/4 c. (1/2 stick) butter
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 2 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/2 c. finely chopped nuts

Directions

  1. 1
    In a heavy, 2-quart saucepan, combine sugar, evaporated milk, apricots, butter and salt.
  2. 2
    Over medium heat, stirring occasionally, cook to soft ball stage (234° to 240°).
  3. 3
    Cool to lukewarm.
  4. 4
    Add vanilla and nuts.
  5. 5
    Beat until stiff enough to knead.
  6. 6
    Turn out onto board.
  7. 7
    Knead until smooth.
  8. 8
    Shape into 4 rolls each and store in refrigerator.
  9. 9
    To serve, cut into 1/2-inch slices.

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