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How to prepare "russian apricot pudding"

russian apricot pudding (kissel)

2 cups water
1 cup dried apricot halves
1/4 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
dash of salt

heat water and apricots to boiling; reduce heat. cover and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. place apricots and 1/2 cup cooking liquid in blender container; cover and purée until uniform consistency. press purée through sieve.

mix sugar, cornstarch and salt in saucepan; gradually stir in apricot purée and remaining cooking liquid. heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly. boil and stir 1 minute. pour into dessert dishes.

serve with half-and-half or sweetened whipped cream if desired. yields 4 servings.