STEAMED CARROTS WITH APRICOTS

Serves 8

 
INGREDIENTS METHOD
  • 1 cup Apricots, dried
  • 3 cup Carrots, cut into ½ " rounds
  • 3 tbspWater
  • 1 tsp Margarine
  • Pinch of sugar
  • Chopped fresh parsley or dill for garnish
  • Soak apricots in hot water for 1 ½ hours.
  • Pat dry and cut in julienne strips.
  • In skillet with a tightly fitting lid, combine scraped carrots, water, margarine and sugar.
  • Cover and cook over medium heat for 12 to 15 minutes or until carrots are fork tender. Shake occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Stir in apricots and heat through.
  • Serve garnished wit h parsley or dill. Makes 8 servings