Apricots In Syrup

1. 1

   Sterlize the jars and lids in boiling water.

2. 2

   Invert the jars on a clean kitchen towel.

3. 3

   Wash the apricots.

4. 4

   Cut them into half following the peach-like line that runs lengthwise on the fruit.

5. 5

   Take out the pits.

6. 6

   Make the syrup.

7. 7

   Bring the water to a boil, and dissolve the sugar.

8. 8

   Bring plenty of water to a boil in a pot, and put the apricots as well as the pits in.

9. 9

   Boil the fruit on high heat for about a minute and a half.

10. 10

    Drain the apricots into a colander.

11. 11

    Pack the apricots and pits into storage jars, leaving no gaps.

12. 12

    Put a little white liquor into the jar.

13. 13

    Bring the sugar syrup back to a boil, and pour it into the jars up to the rims.

14. 14

    Screw the lids on loosely.

15. 15

    Put the jars in a hot water bath with the lids still loosely screwed on, and boil the jars for 7 minutes to eliminate the air in them.

16. 16

    Screw the lids on tightly and boil the jars for another 5 minutes.

17. 17

    The jars are really hot, so be careful as you take them out of the pot.

18. 18

    Invert them and leave them to cool down overnight.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.