Crock Pot Apricot Preserves

Submitted by Miss Annie

"I have not tried this recipe yet, but I am going to try it this summer. Sounds easy enough, good enough, and lazy enough for me. Prep time is an estimate, including the water bath."

 

• Ready In: 5hrs 30mins
• Ingredients: 3
• Yields: 4 1/2 cups

ingredients

• 1 lb dried apricot
• 1 3⁄4 cups sugar
• 3 1⁄2 cups water

directions

1. In a food processor, chop the apricots finely.
2. Place in a crock pot with the sugar and water and stir.
3. Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 1/2 hours, stirring twice, if possible.
4. Uncover and cook on high, stirring occasionally, 2 hours more, or until it has thickened Ladle into clean, hot jam jars and seal.
5. Process in a boiling water bath for 10 to 15 minutes.
6. Or keep refrigerated for up to 3 weeks.