INGREDIENTS:
12 dried pitted prunes
12 dried apricot halves
6 dried pear halves, cut into ½-inch pieces
1-3/4 c. apple juice
2 T. sugar
1 T. brandy (optional)
DIRECTIONS:
Combine all ingredients in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to simmer over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer until fruit is tender and juices are reduced to very thick syrup, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.