FollowApricot Day is Jan 8th. I got a lovely pair of coconuts, LOL. We all remember that song. But we are not talking about coconuts, we are talking apricots here people. Some important facts about this fruit is that they contain beta carotene. Just three teeny apricots give you a third of your daily beta carotene requirement.
These fruits grow on trees and unless you are in a sunny climate chances are that those fruits you are eating are imported. They originated in China but nowadays most of them are grown in sunny California. Some people use apricots to turn them into jams, marmalade and butters. Canned and dried varieties are available. They provide the body with Vitamin C, fiber, and Vitamin A. Some people add apricots and almonds to their chicken dishes. Others use this fruit to make flans and tarts. Do you cook with this fruit and if so, what do you make.
