Glazed Apricots

📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Sides A simple and elegant side dish featuring whole apricots simmered in a sweet, buttery glaze. Perfect for pairing with roasted poultry for a sophisticated flavor contrast.


Prep TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
5 mins15 minsNone6 servings

🔪 Key Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Spoon

Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
2 cansApricotsWhole, unpeeled, drained
1/2 cupGranulated SugarNone
1/2 cupBrown SugarNone
1/2 cupApricot SyrupReserved from cans
1/4 cupButterNone

Instructions

Step 1: Glazing

  1. Place the 2 cans whole unpeeled apricots into a skillet.
  2. Add the 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup apricot syrup, and 1/4 cup butter.
  3. Cook over moderate heat, turning the apricots often with a spoon until they are well glazed and the sauce has thickened.
  4. Serve hot alongside chicken.

💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: These are best served immediately while hot to maintain the glossy texture of the glaze.


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