Apricot Pecan Pate

This recipe is from the National Pork Producers Council.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 10

Ingredients

• 18  ounces  canned apricot puree
• 2  cups water
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 1  tablespoon cornstarch
• 3  tablespoons Cointreau liqueur
• 1  lb pecans, chopped

Directions

1. Drain and purée apricots.
2. In heavy saucepan, bring apricot purée, water, and sugar to a boil for 5 minutes.
3. Dissolve cornstarch in a cup of cold water.
4. Add to syrup, bring to a boil and cook for 1-2 minutes.
5. Stir in Cointreau or other orange liqueur.
6. Stir in pecans to make a paste.