Apricot Sauce
["1/2 lb. dried apricots", "water", "1/2 c. sugar or less if using apricot brandy", "1/16 tsp. salt", "Cognac or apricot brandy to taste (approximately 3 to 4 Tbsp.)"]
["Wash and cook apricots in water as directed on package.", "Put the cooked apricots through a food mill, or puree them, about 3/4 cup at a time in a blender (or use a food processor).", "Add sugar and salt.", "Stir and cook 4 to 5 minutes over moderate heat.", "Add Cognac or apricot brandy to taste.", "Serve over puddings, or plain cake.", "Makes approximately 1 1/2 cups sauce."]
["apricots", "water", "sugar", "salt", "Cognac"]