COGNAC-GLAZED DRIED APRICOTS WITH CINNAMON-SPICED YOGURT

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Cognac-Glazed Dried Apricots with Cinnamon-Spiced Yogurt image

Provided by Engin Akin

Categories     Citrus     Fruit     Herb     Nut     Dessert     Yogurt     Apricot     Pistachio     Cognac/Armagnac     Cinnamon     Bon Appétit

Number Of Ingredients 12

Yogurt
3 cups plain Greek yogurt or drained plain whole-milk yogurt
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Apricots
1 tablespoon finely slivered orange peel (orange part only)
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons sugar
1 pound dried pitted whole Mediterranean-style apricots (about 3 cups), halved crosswise
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons orange juice
1/3 cup Cognac or other brandy
Toasted natural unsalted pistachios
Slivered fresh mint

Steps:

  • For yogurt:
  • Stir yogurt and cinnamon in medium bowl to blend. Cover and chill at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
  • For apricots:
  • Cook orange peel in boiling water 5 minutes. Drain and reserve peel.
  • Melt butter in medium skillet over medium heat. Whisk in sugar. Add apricots; toss. sauté until beginning to brown in spots, about 8 minutes. Add 1 cup orange juice and reserved orange peel. Simmer uncovered until juice is reduced to thick syrup and apricots are tender, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to simmer before continuing.
  • Add Cognac to simmering apricots; ignite with long match. Let flames subside, shaking skillet occasionally. Mix in remaining 2 tablespoons orange juice and simmer 1 minute, stirring.
  • Spoon chilled yogurt into 6 dessert dishes. Spoon warm apricots and syrup over. Sprinkle with pistachios and mint.

Red_Riot 579
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I'm not a big fan of apricots, but I tried this recipe anyway and I was pleasantly surprised. The apricots were actually very good and the yogurt was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a new and unique de


Mduduzi Masuku
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This recipe is a bit too time-consuming for me, but it was worth it in the end. The apricots were amazing and the yogurt was a perfect match. I would recommend this recipe if you have the time to make it.


Kari Stinnett
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I made this for a party and everyone loved it! The apricots were so unique and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Tallal Ali
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The apricots were still very good and the yogurt was delicious.


kbmkaku
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I love this recipe! The apricots are so flavorful and the yogurt is a perfect match. I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit.


MohammadSaif Saifi
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This dish is a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. The apricots are perfectly glazed and the yogurt is a great complement. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new and exciting dessert.


Manoj lodh Rajput
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The apricots are always perfectly glazed and the yogurt is always creamy and flavorful. I love that this recipe is so easy to make and that it can be made ahead of time.


Symphony Z30 Pro
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The apricots were perfectly glazed and the yogurt was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Nicholas Tuggle
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I'm not a big fan of apricots, but I tried this recipe anyway and I was pleasantly surprised. The apricots were actually very good and the yogurt was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a new and unique de


Ora Dominic
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This dish was a bit too time-consuming for me, but it was worth it in the end. The apricots were amazing and the yogurt was a perfect match. I would recommend this recipe if you have the time to make it.


Khan Chanvi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the apricots turned out perfectly. The yogurt was also very good. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Abeje Betibeb
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The apricots were still very good and the yogurt was delicious.


Martha Stegall
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I made this for a party and everyone loved it! The apricots were so unique and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Raja sh0ban
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This dish was easy to make and turned out delicious. The apricots were sweet and tangy, and the yogurt was a perfect complement. I would recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy dessert.


king Jk
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I tried this recipe and it was a hit! The apricots were perfectly glazed and the yogurt was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.