Simple Poached Apricots

Name: Simple Poached Apricots
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups water; 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon agave nectar (more if desired); 4 strips organic orange peel, each about 3 inches long; 6 medium-ripe apricots (about 1 pound), pitted and cut into sixths or quarters

These apricots pair well with vanilla all-natural frozen yogurt, as pictured.

Source: Body+Soul, June 2009

1 hour 15 mins 5 mins 4

Total Time Prep Servings

Ingredients

3 cups water
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon agave nectar (more if desired)
4 strips organic orange peel, each about 3 inches long
6 medium-ripe apricots (about 1 pound), pitted and cut into sixths or quarters

Directions

1. Bring water, agave nectar, and orange peel to a brisk simmer in a medium saucepan over high heat. Add apricots, pushing down to cover with liquid; reduce to a gentle simmer. Cook until apricots are just tender, 2 to 5 minutes, depending on ripeness.
2. Transfer apricots gently with a slotted spoon to a shallow bowl or dish. Pour just enough liquid over them to cover and return saucepan with remaining liquid to stove. Simmer over medium-high until reduced by half and lightly syrupy, about 10 minutes.
3. Strain syrup into dish with apricots. Refrigerate at least 1 hour and serve.