Roasted Apricots with Cherries and Pine Nuts

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   In a medium pot, combine the water and 2 cups of the sugar.

2. 2

   Cook and stir over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved.

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   Turn the heat up to high and add the cherries, vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice.

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   Bring to a boil and cook for 20 minutes.

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   While the cherries are simmering, turn the oven on to broil.

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   Mix the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar with the pine nuts and pour onto a plate.

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   Dip the apricot halves cut side down into the sugar-nut mixture.

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   Place the apricots on 2 nonstick cookie sheets, dipped side up.

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   Broil for 5 minutes, until the sugar has caramelized.

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    To serve, put 3 apricot halves on each plate and pour the cherry sauce over.

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    Serve warm or at room temperature.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.