APRICOTS

This vibrant fruit is at its peak in local markets

EASY IDEAS

❯❯ Fruit sundae Simmer 1 lb. diced apricots, 1⁄3 cup sugar, 2 Tbs. lemon juice, 2 Tbs. water and 1 tsp. vanilla extract 5 min. Let cool; puree. Serve over ice cream.

❯❯ BBQ bliss Puree 1 cup diced apricots with 1 (18 oz.) btle. barbecue sauce; transfer to 4-qt. slow cooker with 1 lb. chicken breasts. Cook on high 4 hrs. Shred; serve on slider buns.

❯❯ Gazpacho Puree 2 cups diced apricots, 1 Tbs. olive oil, 2 tsp. sherry vinegar, 2 tsp. lime juice and 1⁄4 tsp. salt until smooth; cover. Chill 2 hrs. Ladle into bowls to serve.

IDEA #1

Niçoise Salad

Active time: 20 min. Total time: 30 min. Serves: 4

1 In pot, mix eggs with enough water to cover by 1"; over high heat, bring to a boil. Cover. Remove from heat; let stand 8–9 min. Drain; let cool. Peel; halve.

2 In pot of salted boiling water, cook potatoes until tender, 10 min., adding beans during last 2 min. Drain. Let cool; halve. In bowl, whisk next 4 ingredients and 1⁄4 tsp. salt. Divide lettuce among 4 plates. Top with tuna, potatoes, beans, olives, capers and eggs. Serve with dressing.

Per serving: 390 cal. 26g pro. 19g carb. 3g fiber 5g sug. 210mg chol. 680mg sod. 25g total fat 14g sat. fat

IDEA #2

Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Active time: 25 min. Total time: 12 hrs. Serves: 6