Gluten Free Steamed Apricot Bread

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   In a large bowl, combine the oats, rice flour, amaranth flour and baking soda.

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   Grind the almonds to a fine powder in a blender.

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   Gradually add enough water to bring the level up to 1 cup.

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   With the machine running, add the molasses or honey and almond extract.

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   Add the apricots and process with a few on/off turns to chop them; do not puree.

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   Pour the liquid mixture into the flour bowl.

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   Stir to mix.

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   Turn out into an oiled 1 qt.

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   mold or 1 lb can.

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    Cover with a square of wax paper or foil (shiny side down); tie wax paper securely with a piece of string.

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    Place the mold on a wire rack in a Dutch oven or large stockpot.

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    Add enough boiling water to the pot to come halfway up the sides of the mold.

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    Cover the pot tightly, and steam the bread over.

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    med-low heat for 2 hours.

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    Do not remove the cover during the cooking time.

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    Remove the mold from the pot.

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    Cool the bread in the mold for 15 min, then.

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    turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

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    For best results, slice with a serrated knife.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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