Ingredients

¾cupdried apricots,chopped

¾cupprunes,chopped

6cupscold water

1cinnamon stick

2sliceslemon

3tbspinstant tapioca

1cupwhite sugar

2tbspraisins

1tbspdried currants

1tart apple,peeled, cored, chopped

Preparation

In a large pot, combine the apricots, prunes, and water and let rest for 30 minutes.

Stir in the cinnamon stick, lemon slices, tapioca and sugar and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Cover, reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

Stir in the raisins, currants, and apple and simmer 5 minutes more, until the apples are tender.

Remove from the heat and let cool completely.

Remove the cinnamon stick and refrigerate until cold.