Apricot Nut Tea Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Soak apricots for 20 minutes.
2. 2
   Meanwhile, cream together 1 cup sugar, shortening and eggs.
3. 3
   Stir in 1/4 cup sugar and orange juice.
4. 4
   Add dry ingredients and blend well.
5. 5
   Drain apricots and stir into mixture.
6. 6
   Add nuts and stir.
7. 7
   Pour mixture into a greased and floured loaf pan.
8. 8
   Bake at 350° for 50 to 60 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
9. 9
   Cool in pan for 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Remove from pan and cool completely.
11. 11
    Wrap tightly to freeze.
12. 12
    Freezes nicely.
13. 13
    A moist bread that is better if eaten a day after it is baked.
14. 14
    Serves 12.