1 tbsp active dry yeast
1/4 cup lukewarm water
1/4 cup + 2 t sugar
1/4 cup margarine
2 eggs
1/2 tsp lemon extract
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup water
3 1/2 cup to 4 c flour
24 dried apricots or prunes
1/2 tsp cinnamon
A Recipe for
Apricot Kolachy
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Dissolve the yeast in the 1/4 cup of warm water. Add the 1/4 cup of
sugar and margarine. When the margarine is soft, add the salt,eggs,
lemon extract, 1/2 cup of water, and 3 cups of the flour. Beat until
thoroughly blended. Place on a floured surface and knead in extra
flour to make a soft, smooth dough. Transfer to a lightly oiled bowl,
cover with a damp cloth, let rise until doubled in bulk. (about 1
hour) Meanwhile, cook the apricots in the remaining 1/2 cup of water
for 15 to 20 minutes, or until softened. Puree. Add the cinnamon and
the remaining 2 Tablespoons of sugar and mix well. Cool until needed.
Punch the dough down and let rest for 5 minutes. Roll out on a
floured,surface to approximately 1/2 inch thick and cut into 2-inch
circles. Place a spoonful of the apricot (or prune) purr in the
center. Place on an oiled baking sheet. Let rise for 15 minutes. Bake
in a 400 F oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until browned. From The ADA
Holiday Cookbook by Dr. Betty Wedman. 1 serving = 1 bread, 1/2 fat
and 1/2 fruit exchange. = 114 Cal, 20 CHO, 3 PRO,
3 FAT, 79 Na, 81 K, 23 Chol
Serves: 24
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