apricot

What is the habitat of apricot trees?

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The scientific (botanic) name is "Prunus Armenica" this tree comes from China..near Russia..The Arabs developped in all the world..You may find it in all the Mediterranean bacinum.

I have seen in Morocco and Tunisie..In Italy it grow in all peninsula..In Sicily we have a lot of it. The tree doesn't need of a lot of water..It prefear dry and a clima "tempered"..

Interesting are the different "quality" of this fruit coultived in Italy look..http://www.albanesi.it/Alimentazione/cib...

..http://www.pomonaitaliana.it/pomona/albi...

By..by...

Francis- Florence -Italy

What is the habitat of apricot trees?
my moms back yard... in southern california. they are delicious!
Reply:Although formerly supposed to come from Armenia, where it was long cultivated, hence the name Armeniaca, there is now little doubt that its original habitat is northern China, the Himalaya region and other parts of temperate Asia. It is cultivated generally throughout temperate regions. Introduced into England, from Italy, in Henry VIII's reign.
Reply:IDK?

Look it up on google.

Where can I buy Apricot Seeds, the seed from inside the Apricot?

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Apricot seeds contain B-17, that has a reputation to cure cancer....,but, the FDA doesn't want you to get cured,

Medical is a billion dollar business, yes, BUSINESS.

Where can I buy Apricot Seeds, the seed from inside the Apricot?
You can buy them on line and at some health food stores...but please don't.

There is not one scrap of evidence that apricot kernels cure cancer. They can apparently kill some cancer cells in a test tube but this is because the kernels contain CYANIDE.

For the facts, read this:

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query...

A diagnosis of cancer is so hideously frightening (I know, I've been there) that it can drive people to look for anything that might help.

This in turn leaves the way open for unscrupulous charlatans to make a huge profit out of desperate and vulnerable people, by pushing unproven and ineffective remedies like apricot kernels and shark cartilage. (The reasoning behind proposing shark cartilage as a cancer treatment is sharks don't get cancer. You couldn't make it up.)

Please don't waste your money. Selling useless and expensive, and sometimes dangerous, 'cures' to cancer patients is a very profitable business indeed
Reply:There are a number of sources on line. check this one out:

http://home.bluegrass.net/~jclark/aprico...

All wishes for your continued good health!
Reply:Apricot seeds also contain cyanide which has led to deaths from cyanide poisoning. There is no such vitamin as b17, it is an invented term to make laetrile sound friendly.

This has nothing to do with the FDA or the medical community. What it has to do with is does the product work or not work . . . if a treatment does not work in six weeks time than what good is it. All evidence that exists shows that people have had progression of disease and eventually died. If hundreds of people exist that have been cured using this product all they would need to do is gather together in one place, call in the media and worldwide press, show documentation that they had cancer, and prove to the world that this worked. This product has been around for ages and no one has been able to do this yet. You do not need the FDA to prove any of this, prove it yourself.

The herbal and supplemental industry is also a billion dollar business . . big business . . interested in selling unproven cancer treatments to desperate people.

Apricot seeds have a reputation of poisoning people.

Facts about cyanide

http://www.bt.cdc.gov/agent/cyanide/basi...

Laetrile: the cult of cyanide Promoting poison for profit

http://www.ajcn.org/cgi/reprint/32/5/112...
Reply:You need to hook up with Kelly E. He cured his stage IV cancer in 4 weeks with habaneros peppers and garlic. He'll sell you a book for $25 that will show you how!

Have fun with the laetrile.

Does anyone have Rachel Ray's recipe for brie & apricot preserves wrapped in pie crust?

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This is actually with Raspberry Jam, but I believe this is what you are looking for.

http://www.rachaelrayshow.com/?q=recipes...

Does anyone have Rachel Ray's recipe for brie %26amp; apricot preserves wrapped in pie crust?
only thing i could find Baked Brie and Buttercrisps

SUBMITTED BY: Keebler® Kitchens

"These attractive appetizers are so simple to make, but the flavors are truly sublime. Crackers are topped with melted Brie cheese, a dab of preserves and a sprinkling of chives for a colorful presentation."

Original recipe yield:

30 servings

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INGREDIENTS

1 (8 ounce) wedge Brie cheese

1 (18 ounce) jar peach or apricot preserves

Freshly chopped chives

1 (8 ounce) box Keebler® Toasteds® Butter Crisp Crackers

DIRECTIONS

Place Brie in 8x8x2-inch (1-1/2 quart) glass baking dish.

Bake at 325 degrees F for 5 minutes or until soft.

To serve, top a Toasteds® Buttercrisp Cracker with a small slice of cheese. Add a dab of preserves. Sprinkle with chives.

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Servings Per Recipe: 30

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 105

Total Fat: 3.8g

Cholesterol: 8mg

Sodium: 119mg

Total Carbs: 15.7g

Dietary Fiber: 0g

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Reply:foodtv.com search Rachel Ray
Reply:im not sure try googling it
Reply:Go to Foodnet.com, and look up Rachel Rays show. Or when you get there put in the recipe name, and they will give you a list.
Reply:No, hon, but I have her recipe for five minute fudge and in all my life I've NEVER had fudge set up until I tried her recipe today........I already made 8 batches of fudge today!It's awesome!!! If her other recipes are anything like the fudge, it'll be great.if u can find it.

Doesn't she have a site? Google or Yahoo search it.

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Recipe for Stuffed Turkey Legs w/Apricot Sausage stuffing?

2011-11-19T05:44:00.004-08:00

Saw in on a FoodNetwork challenge and would love to find a recipe similar.

Recipe for Stuffed Turkey Legs w/Apricot Sausage stuffing?
Apricot-Stuffed Turkey Thighs

Yield: 4

Ingredients

1/3 Cup dried apricots, chopped

2 Tablespoons raisins, chopped

1 Clove garlic, minced

1/4 Cup green onions, finely chopped

1/2 Cup celery, finely chopped

2/3 Cup plain dried bread cubes

1-1/2 Pounds BONELESS TURKEY THIGHS, skinless

1 Teaspoon cornstarch

1/3 Cup reduced-sodium chicken bouillon

1-1/2 Teaspoons grainy mustard

1-1/2 Teaspoons honey

1 Teaspoon fresh lemon juice

3 Tablespoons reduced-calorie mayonnaise

In medium-size microwave-safe bowl combine apricots and raisins. Cover with hot water. Microwave at HIGH (100% power) 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until fruit is soft; drain well. Add garlic, onion, celery and bread cubes. Cover bowl with vented plastic wrap. Microwave on HIGH (100% power) for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until onion and celery are soft. Set aside.

Flatten turkey thighs to approximately 3/4-inch thick by placing them between 2 pieces of wax paper and pounding them with blunt side of meat mallet.

Divide stuffing evenly between thighs. Encase stuffing by folding opposite sides of thighs over the stuffing to make a bundle. Secure bundle with string or metal skewers.

Arrange bundles, seam-side-down, on lightly greased rack in shallow roasting pan. Roast in a preheated 325 degree F oven for 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours or until meat thermometer reaches 180 degrees F.

In small saucepan over medium heat, combine cornstarch, bouillon, mustard, honey and lemon juice. Cook and stir until sauce thickens. Remove from heat and fold in mayonnaise.

To serve, remove string or skewers from thighs. Slice into rolls and top with Creamy Mustard Sauce.
Reply:That sounds really gross, don't do it.
Reply:Just substitute turkey for the chicken legs.

Sausage and Rice-Stuffed Chicken Legs with Apricot Glaze

Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, 2002

Show: Emeril Live

Episode: Chicken Rules

3 tablespoons olive oil

1/4 pound sweet Italian sausage, removed from casings

1/4 cup finely chopped onions

2 tablespoons finely chopped carrots

2 tablespoons finely chopped celery

1 teaspoon chopped garlic

1 teaspoon minced orange zest

1/2 cup long-grain white rice

1/4 cup chopped dried apricots

2 tablespoons toasted almond slivers

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup chicken stock

2 cups apricot jam

1 tablespoon sugar

1 cup fresh orange juice

8 boned (except for the knuckle or joint at the bottom of the drumstick) chicken legs, the thigh and the drumstick all in 1 piece

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

In a saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add the onions, carrots, and celery and cook, stirring, until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and 1/2 teaspoon of orange zest and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the rice and stir until it turns opaque, about 3 minutes. Stir in the raisins, almonds, parsley, thyme, cinnamon, and salt. Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil. Stir, reduce the heat to low, cover and cook until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Remove the rice from the heat and let sit for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and spread on a baking sheet to cool.

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Meanwhile, in a saucepan make the glaze by combining the jam, remaining 1/2 teaspoon orange zest, sugar, and orange juice. Whisk to combine and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until reduced by half, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Season the chicken legs lightly with salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet and divide the stuffing between the legs, about 1/4 to 1/3 cup each.

Pull the skin up around the filling and secure shut with a toothpick. Coat with the apricot glaze and bake until the chicken is tender and cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes, re-applying the glaze twice. Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
Reply:A simple one is a box stuffing (chicken) and procure some loose breakfast sausage. Crumble it up and saute it till nearly brown. Toss with the stuffing you have made and add chopped drained and canned apricots. Place the legs on the top of the pan and bake at 325 till when a fork pierces the meat it runs clear not pink. (hint) cover with foil till almost done and then take off to brown.

time varies bye size of legs.

Why does the bottom of the fondant icing go liquid when placed over a cake brushed with apricot jam?

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When the moisture from the jam touches the icing it liquefies some of the sugar structures that holds the icing together. For example, if you pour water over power sugar, it melts, acting as a glue to keep the fondant on the cake. Not really melts, but you understand what I mean.

Why does the bottom of the fondant icing go liquid when placed over a cake brushed with apricot jam?
If I had a penny for every time someone asked me that!......
Reply:The water in the jam dissolves the sugar in the bottom part of the icing.

How do you plant an apricot stone...(depth etc)?

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We want to plant an apricot stone in a tub but can not find out how to do it!

How do you plant an apricot stone...(depth etc)?
From the "Growing Edge Community":

"Dr. Lynette Morgan replies:

Apricot stones need to be stratified before they will germinate. This means taking the apricot stone directly from a ripe apricot, soaking it for 24 hours, then wrapping in damp paper towel then plastic (or in a bag of damp, sterilized sand, as is done in the nursery industry), and placing this into the refrigerator at about 4 deg. C for a period of four weeks (this cold storage would be four months for peaches and plums). This replicates what would occur in nature: The damp seed from the fruit would fall onto the wet ground and go through a cold, damp winter, which act to break the dormancy the stone retains when taken from the fruit. When conditions warm up again (when you take the stone from the refrigerator) and sow it into potting mix at about 20-25 deg. C, it will then be ready to germinate. Germination, however, could take some time as the hard seed coat makes the process of germination rather slow. Good luck with the apricot stones."

Please note temps are in C not F! Good luck from me too!
Reply:Put it in a pot of good soil/fertilizer, water gentle and pray. i in 10 chance of it bloom ing.

How often should you use St Ives Apricot Scrub - Deep Cleansing - Radiance - for Combination Skin?

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i'm using this right now - every day - and for the first week, it had excellent results, but now my spots and black heads have returned and i think my skin has gotten used to it. how often should i have been using it, and should i carry on?

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How often should you use St Ives Apricot Scrub - Deep Cleansing - Radiance - for Combination Skin?
You should only use scrubs about once a week. They are abrasive and can be too harsh for the skin when used everyday. Just reduce the times you use the scrub for one or two times a week.
Reply:First of all, to truly get rid of blackheads is to us B'iores blackhead remover strips.The strip moves the blackhead right out of your pore showing clear skin and smaller looking pores.It cost about $6. About the scrub using, your suppose to use your face scrub 1 time a week, but sense you have combinated skin you should use it at least 2 days, but don't use it back-to-back.During the week start to use it on Monday , the don't use it again until Wednsday.That way your skin won't dry out from all the scrubing.Girlfriend, soon your skin will be in prime condition for the spring and summer!!!!!
Reply:It depends how old you are if your below age 25 you actually don't need to exfoliate because your skin natural replaces the old skin with new. But if you like it and want to continue ask your self this is the exfoliating scrub harsh on your skin if the answer is yes then don't use it, it will damage your skin its like using a metal scrub on metal what happens it gets damaged. I personally go with natural products just because its less harsh on your skin and gives greater results. i use baking soda yes that's right baking soda, i mix it 1 teaspoon of baking soda with 1 tbs of water and rub on my skin in a circular motion for a minute and then wash off ,it is great for exfoliating and for acne scares. search on line it will open your mind form all those useless commercials we hear and how their product is the best when in reality its useless.
Reply:well i use it on me bumside every morning and tis quite radiant if i do say so myself

and it leaves a quite an inviting country scent!

i have trouble keepn the bees and midgets away from me hiney

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Does anyone have a recipe for apricot chicken?

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Apricot chicken's pretty versatile and easy. The basic recipe consists of laying chicken in a casserole dish, add apricot nectar (obviously lol) and french onion soup. you can add veggies - potatoes, carrots, onion, and cabbage or silverbeet or bok choy go well in it. Cover and cook in the oven and that's it! serve with rice or mashed potato. Chicken thigh fillets work really well, or use legs.

Good luck :)

Does anyone have a recipe for apricot chicken?
Ingredients (serves 4)

* 1/2 cup plain flour

* 1kg (8 pieces) skinless chicken cutlets or drumsticks, trimmed

* 2 tablespoons olive oil

* 1 large brown onion, peeled, cut into thin wedges

* 2 garlic cloves, crushed

* 1 tablespoon Moroccan seasoning blend

* 405ml can apricot nectar

* 1/2 cup Angas Park Large Dried Apricots

* 1 cup couscous

* 1/3 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped

Method

1. Place flour and salt and pepper in a shallow dish. Lightly coat chicken pieces in seasoned flour, shaking off excess.

2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a deep, large, heavy-based frying pan over medium heat. Cook chicken, in batches, for 2 to 3 minutes each side or until golden. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining chicken and oil. Cover and set aside.

3. Add onion and garlic to frying pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 4 minutes or until tender. Sprinkle Moroccan seasoning over onion and stir until well combined.

4. Stir in apricot nectar. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low. Return chicken to frying pan. Cover with a lid or double piece of foil. Cook for 20 minutes. Remove cover and add apricots, pushing them into the sauce. Cook, uncovered, for a further 20 to 25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened.

5. Meanwhile, place couscous in a heatproof bowl. Pour over 1 cup boiling water. Cover. Stand for 5 minutes or until water has been absorbed. Stir with a fork to separate grains. Spoon couscous onto plates. Spoon over chicken and sauce and sprinkle with parsley. Serve.
Reply:Ingredients

2 lb chicken pieces

1 package french onion soup mix

2 cup apricot nectar

1 1/2 lb apricot halves (canned)

1 flour (plain)

Directions

Dust chicken in flour. Fry chicken lightly until starting to brown.

Place chicken in a casserole dish or a very deep frying pan. Add soup

powder, nectar and apricots. Mix everything well. Simmer for 1 hour.

I normally use 2 pieces of chicken per person and about a 1 1/2 lb

can of apricot halves. This will suffice for 4 to 6 people. If you

cannot get nectar, then use the juice from the apricot halves. (Of

course, if you can buy apricots in nectar...)

The French onion soup quantity is not critical, but a soup packet that

makes up about 6 C is about right for 4 to 6 people. Serve with potato

(baked or boiled), buttered carrots and peas.

NOTES:

* Chicken embalmed in apricot nectar -- Apricot Chicken is the

ultimate bachelors delight. It is very simple and tastes wonderful.

The recipe was given to me by a group of friends from back home who

came to visit me. Yield: Serves 4-6.

: Difficulty: easy.

: Time: 10 minutes preparation, 1 hour cooking.

: Precision: No need to measure.
Reply:I found this recipe online and it is just like the one that I prefer. If you search online, you will find a variety of recipes, but for some reason, this one is delicious and very easy. Good luck!

Chicken pieces

1 can of apricot halves drained

1 can of apricot nectar

1 tablespoon of curry powder

2/3 packet of continental french onion soup mix

Throw all in together in the slow cooker and cook for about 6 hours.
Reply:allrecipes.com is good website with different variations and a rating system on what taste best..

How often should we use the apricot scrub to our face?

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I would suggest using it seldomly. The granules in that scrub can leave tiny tears in the skins surface, allowing more dirt and bacteria to enter, causing more breakouts and black heads.

How often should we use the apricot scrub to our face?
I wouldn't use apricot scrub at all. It's too harsh. As a rule a washcloth does enough exfoliating for your face. With a harsher scrub you could actually be doing more harm than good, especially if you have pimples.
Reply:I have the apricot scrub and I use it maybe once a week if that. I heard that the almonds are too harsh of a scrub and can be too abrasive for your face. So I try to use it as often. Only when I feel my face needs it.
Reply:I use the St. Ives every two or three days, no problems.
Reply:i use it daily on my face %26amp; body, because it`s very gentle, %26amp; my skin feels yucky if i go a day without...

I am looking for an apricot coffee cake popular in the 70's using a yellow cake mix and apr?

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apricot necter. I remember taking part of the cakemix out to use for a streusel like topping...It was always so moist and good..You also used a can of apricot pie filling...in the middle....Help. I have asked everyone I may of served this to if I happened to give this recipe to them..No luck so far...

I am looking for an apricot coffee cake popular in the 70's using a yellow cake mix and apr?
This one is a little different as far as the topping goes (I don't use part of the mix) but it sounds like it - it's a great cake!

Cake

1 yellow cake mix (+ eggs and oil to prepare)

1 can apricot nectar

1 can apricot pie filling

Topping

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

1/3 cup flour

1/4 cup butter, room temperature

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Mix together all ingredients until the mixture resembes coarse crumbs.

Make cake mix according to directions substituting apricot nectar for water in recipe. Spread half of mixture in lightly greased bundt pan. Spread 1 can apricot pie filling over batter. Spread remaining batter over filling. Sprinkle with streusel topping. Bake according to cake package directions for bundt pan cake.

Allow to cool completely before cutting.

What is apricot seed good for? Also, does it cause apandistis like lemon seed if we eat them?

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Apricot kernal oil is fabulous for the skin, but the kernal itself--like peach pits and many other pitted fruit's seeds--is poisonous for consumption. Lemon seed does NOT cause appendix issues! Lemon seeds cause intestinal cramping due to their astringency in some people, but appendix issues are solely appendix related. No one knows precisely what causes them to inflame, but foods are not generally part of that equation in any circumstance. Hope this helps.

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I would like to make a basic apricot chutney. Can anyone please advise on ingredients etc? Thanks?

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Ingredients:

1/2 pound Apricots, blanched -- Peeled, chopped

1 pinch Cinnamon

1/4 cup Dry Sherry

1 pinch Ground Cardamom

1/2 cup Brown Sugar

1/4 cup Raisins

2 tablespoons Lemon Juice

1 drop Almond Extract

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a heavy saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Simmer for 2 hours or so, until it becomes very thick, stirring constantly.

This recipe for Apricot Chutney serves/makes 4

I would like to make a basic apricot chutney. Can anyone please advise on ingredients etc? Thanks?
apricot would be a good start :-)
Reply:Umm, Apricots?

Will st.ives apricot scrub or cleanser for acne/blemish control work better than proactiv?

2011-11-19T05:43:00.010-08:00

i used to use proactiv for about an year but i feel like it worked in the beginning but not anymore as it only DRIES out my skin. i dont get a lot of pimples but a few here and there. STILL; i wanna try something new: ST.IVES. but im not sure im supposed to use the scrub daily. or should i get the cleanser to use DAILY? WILL ST.IVES EVEN WORK BETTER THAN PROACTIV?

Will st.ives apricot scrub or cleanser for acne/blemish control work better than proactiv?
i don't think so...the prices are soo different. but i think only a little bit difference..proactive maybe a bit better..i have used st. ives aprocot cleanser and all my pimples are clearing away. but i think that proactive would be even better

Does St.Ives Apricot Scrub for blackheads and blemishes work?

2011-11-19T05:43:00.009-08:00

I'm considering buying it and I just want to know.....does it work?

Does St.Ives Apricot Scrub for blackheads and blemishes work?
Yes it does work. This is one of my favorite facial scrubs. I also like the medicated one by St. Ives too. Good luck!
Reply:I have that scrub, and for my face it does'nt work very well. Everyone's skin is different so who knows it might work well on you.
Reply:I've been using that for about 40 years, not daily, but often. I've always liked it and my skin looks a lot younger than others who are also 57.

It's also good on elbows and feet, and not so expensive you hesitate to use it there.
Reply:YES!!! Buy it it works alrite. its the bests scrub ever, i love it, really gives a deep clean to my pores1!! Love amy S xoxoxox
Reply:Not sure. the simple remedy to prevent the skin blemish from is to slice open a lemon and squeeze 10-15 drops onto a cotton ball and apply to the area for about ten minutes.Log on to http://tipsfromruby-blemishes.blogspot.c... will help you overcome the problem.

I have an apricot tree that is 2years old when will it produce fruit?

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i live in grover beach, ca. the weather is usually mild with mild winters. the branches are full with dark green leaves. i water with a sprinkler system

I have an apricot tree that is 2years old when will it produce fruit?
Apricot trees generally take 3 to 5 years before you will get any fruit. So keep taking good care of this one; just another year or 2 or 3... You may need another variety for cross-pollination when the time comes. That's not the same thing as male and female; it just means that most fruit trees won't bear fruit unless their blossoms are pollinated by bees that have visited another variety of that fruit. You don't necessarily have to have the other tree in your yard, as long as there is one in reasonable proximity.
Reply:You might have an apricot tree that needs more chill hours than you are getting in that area.

A chill hour is the combined total of hours in the winter that the tree gets at 45 degrees or below.

I think that it would be the likely cause.

There are many other things that can go wrong. Pruning out the fruit buds, too many branches, fertilizing in the spring, over fertilizing, dead tree( lol ), that kind of stuff.
Reply:Don't you need a male and a female tree to get fruit? That is what we were told about our apple tree.
Reply:It will have fruit in 3-4 years!
Reply:i just water my fruit trees and they grow different times each year.

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How does the almond get into the apricot seed?

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Apricot pits are not the same as almonds, though they are edible, with some cautions.

Apricot seeds are quite bitter. Apricot seeds are considered controversial because, like apple seeds, they contain cyanide.

Apricot kernels ... can be poisonous in high doses.

It is now recommending that people consume no more than two bitter apricot kernels in a single day.

"They could be potentially lethal in high enough doses."

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/490113...

Apricot pits or seeds contain cyanogenic (often spelled cyanogenetic) glycosides which release cyanide when digested. Therefore, you could conceivably be poisoned by eating too many apricot seeds. The "American Medical Association Handbook for Poisonous and Injurious Plants" (1985, AMA: Chicago) notes that people have been poisoned by eating apricot seeds. Livestock are also commonly poisoned because hundreds of plant species contain cyanogenic glycosides including sorghum species, white clover, vetch, hydrangea, arrow grass, corn, flax, lima beans, leaves and pits of Prunus species (cherries, apricots, peaches) and apple seeds. The cyanogenic glycoside in apricot is amygdalin and is the active ingredient in the bogus cancer drug laetrile.

http://www.madsci.org/posts/archives/apr...

How does the almond get into the apricot seed?
Who ever told you that they did. Almonds and apricots are totally different snd do not grow on the same tree.

Yes the inner part of the apricot seed does look like an almond but it is not.

I sure do like both of them and do not eat the seed of the apricot.
Reply:There isn't any almond in an apricot, period! Almonds are nuts. They grow in their own shell on a tree. One has nothing to do with the other.
Reply:it doesn't

Which alcohol/liquor companies have an apricot peach wine cooler?

2011-11-19T05:43:00.006-08:00

I can never find one! It's my favorite flavor.

Which alcohol/liquor companies have an apricot peach wine cooler?
heres a recipe

4 oz Chablis® white wine

6 oz 7-Up® soda

2 oz peach juice

Pour the Chablis white wine into a tall wine glass, and top with 7-Up. Add peach juice, and serve.

P.s. are you 21?
Reply:If you are going to drink, do it in Mexico where it's legal, there is a brand there called Caribe cooler and the flavor you want is "Durazno".
Reply:Don't listen to them Bartles and James makes a peach. Also try the Jack Daniels Country Coolers they are very mild in flavor not a strong alcohol flavor thats what is dangerous about them
Reply:Sorry...I can't contribute to the delinquency of a minor.
Reply:Alcohol is a drug. Drugs are for sick people. Are you ill?
Reply:what the phuk you want with an apricot peach wine cooler?

I would like to kill all of the blossoms on my apricot trees is that possible?

2011-11-19T05:43:00.005-08:00

Yes, it is with a product called Florel. We used it to prevent crabapples from forming because they made such an incredible mess each year. It needs to be sprayed on while blossoming to be effective. It works!

I would like to kill all of the blossoms on my apricot trees is that possible?
yes with a chainsaw just start at the base of the tree if you cut the rest of the tree from the roots it wont blossom!!!hope this helps!
Reply:dursban and fertilizer....

80/20 mix will get rid of the flowers...

What Hawaiian fruit has a yellow-green rind, apricot-colored flesh and black seeds?

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A papaya. :-)

What Hawaiian fruit has a yellow-green rind, apricot-colored flesh and black seeds?
kiwi?
Reply:I agree with purplekitten. It is a papaya.
Reply:Papaya :o]

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I need an apricot chutney recipe, can anyone help here?

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Cranberry and Apricot Chutney

about 3-1/2 cups

Prep: 10 minutes

Cook: 15 minutes

Ingredients

1-1/4 cups granulated sugar

1 12-ounce package cranberries

3/4 cup snipped dried apricots

3 tablespoons cider vinegar

3 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger

Directions

1. In a heavy large saucepan combine granulated sugar and 1/2 cup water. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to boiling without stirring. Stir in cranberries, apricots, vinegar, brown sugar, and ginger; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes or until berries have popped and mixture starts to thicken. Remove from heat; cool. Cover and chill up to 4 days. Before serving, let stand at room temperature 30 minutes.

2. To serve, spoon chutney into a serving bowl. Makes about 3-1/2 cups.

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Slow Cooker Golden Fruit Chutney

Fruit, sugar, vinegar and spices blend to make a delightful condiment to serve with meat, poultry, fish or cheese.

Prep Time:15 min

Start to Finish:8 hr 15 min

Makes:4 1/2 cups

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks in juice or syrup, undrained

2 packages (6 ounces each) dried apricots, coarsely chopped (2 cups)

1 cup golden raisins

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1/2 cup cider vinegar

1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger

1 teaspoon ground mustard

1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

1. Mix all ingredients in 2- to 3 1/2-quart slow cooker.

2. Cover and cook on low heat setting 6 to 8 hours or until very thick. Cool about 2 hours.

3. Spoon chutney into container. Cover and store in refrigerator up to 3 weeks or in freezer up to 2 months.

Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer’s directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.

(Total time will vary with appliance and setting.)

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APRICOT CHUTNEY

This light colored apricot chutney is medium hot. For a milder version, omit the seeds from the peppers or use fewer peppers than the recipe specifies.

2 cups granulated sugar

2 cups firmly packed brown sugar,

2 cups currants,

2 cups cider vinegar

1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh ginger (or 3/4 tsp. ground ginger)

1 tsp. each dry mustard and ground allspice

Dash ground cloves

3 sm. dried hot chili peppers, crushed

2 tbsp. tamarino syrup (optional)

1 sm. lime, seeded and chopped

1/2 c. chopped onion

1 sm. clove garlic, minced or pressed

4 lbs. apricots, pitted and quartered

Combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, currants, vinegar, ginger, mustard, allspice, cloves, peppers, tamarino syrup (if you wish), lime, onion, and garlic in a 4 to 5 quart pot. Bring mixture to a boil, stir in apricots, and return to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered and stirring often to prevent sticking, until slightly thickened (about 45 minutes).

Prepare 4 pint size canning jars, using the water bath method with a Canning Kettle. Process for 5 minutes. Makes 4 pints.

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APRICOT CHUTNEY

1 1/4 c. cider vinegar

1 3/4 c. sugar

2 1/2 lbs. ripe apricots

2 oranges

1 lemon

3 med. white onions

3 sweet red peppers or pimento

1 c. seedless raisins

4 oz. candied ginger, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tsp. salt

3/4 c. slivered almonds

1/2 c. cider vinegar

1 tsp. ground ginger

Yield: 3 to 5 pints, cooking time 1 1/4 hour.

In a heavy 4 to 5 quart pan, gently boil the vinegar and sugar for 5 minutes. Wash, pit, and chop the unpeeled apricots or peaches. You may use a meat grinder or food processor, if you wish. It is a matter of taste as to the size of the pieces. Add the fruit to the pan and simmer 10 minutes, uncovered. See but do not peel oranges and lemon. Finely chop them and the onions, and add to pan. Seed and chop the peppers in larger pieces for color effect. Add to pan with raisins, candied ginger, garlic and salt. Simmer 30 minutes, uncovered. Add the almonds, remaining vinegar, and ground ginger to the pan and simmer, uncovered, another 30 minutes to reduce the liquid, stir frequently to prevent sticking. Ladle immediately into sterile jars and seal carefully. Delicious relish with meat, poultry and especially with curries.

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APRICOT CHUTNEY

2 (15 oz.) cans apricots

2 c. brown sugar

2 c. white vinegar

1 c. chopped onion

1 c. golden raisins

2 apples, finely chopped

1/2 c. diced crystallized ginger

1 tbsp. mustard seeds

1 tsp. chili powder

1 tsp. ground cloves

1 tsp. salt

1 clove garlic, minced

Drain and chop apricots; reserve syrup. Heat apricot syrup and remaining ingredients, except apricots. In a large saucepan, simmer, covered, for 45 minutes. Add apricots; simmer uncovered an additional 45 minutes. Pour into sterilized jars; seal with paraffin. Makes about 4 cups.

I need an apricot chutney recipe, can anyone help here?
APRICOT CHUTNEY

1 1/4 c. cider vinegar

1 3/4 c. sugar

2 1/2 lbs. ripe apricots

2 oranges

1 lemon

3 med. white onions

3 sweet red peppers or pimento

1 c. seedless raisins

4 oz. candied ginger, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tsp. salt

3/4 c. slivered almonds

1/2 c. cider vinegar

1 tsp. ground ginger

Yield: 3 to 5 pints, cooking time 1 1/4 hour. In a heavy 4 to 5 quart pan, gently boil the vinegar and sugar for 5 minutes. Wash, pit, and chop the unpeeled apricots or peaches. You may use a meat grinder or food processor, if you wish. It is a matter of taste as to the size of the pieces. Add the fruit to the pan and simmer 10 minutes, uncovered. See but do not peel oranges and lemon. Finely chop them and the onions, and add to pan. Seed and chop the peppers in larger pieces for color effect. Add to pan with raisins, candied ginger, garlic and salt. Simmer 30 minutes, uncovered. Add the almonds, remaining vinegar, and ground ginger to the pan and simmer, uncovered, another 30 minutes to reduce the liquid, stir frequently to prevent sticking. Ladle immediately into sterile jars and seal carefully. Delicious relish with meat, poultry and especially with curries.
Reply:Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 1 hr

Servings: Makes about 3 cups.

2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

2 teaspoons finely chopped peeled fresh ginger

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 teaspoon mustard seeds

3/4 cup dried apricots (6 oz), finely chopped

1/3 cup dried currants (1 1/2 oz)

3/4 cup water

1/3 cup red-wine vinegar

1/4 cup sugar

3/4 teaspoon salt

Cook garlic and ginger in oil in a 1- to 1 1/2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring, until golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Add mustard seeds and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add remaining ingredients and simmer, partially covered, stirring occasionally, until almost all liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes (chutney should be moist). Cool to room temperature.
Reply:Apricot Chutney

INGREDIENTS

1/4 cup diced dried apricots

1/2 cup raisins

3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

1 pinch ground cloves

1 cup water

3/4 cup white sugar

1/2 cup cider vinegar

DIRECTIONS

In a medium bowl, mix together the apricots, raisins, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, and cloves.

In a medium saucepan, boil water and sugar, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved. Add the dried fruit mixture and vinegar. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Serve immediately, or refrigerate in a covered container.

How good is the st. ives sensitive apricot cleanser on sensitive skin? Does it work good?

2011-11-19T05:43:00.002-08:00

it is the best and so are all the other st. ives products

How good is the st. ives sensitive apricot cleanser on sensitive skin? Does it work good?
i use the scrub, it works really good makes my skin pretty soft and i have sensitive skin too.

I live in SW Michigan, any such thing as asub zero hardy apricot?

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if so some growing hints please

I live in SW Michigan, any such thing as asub zero hardy apricot?
Nope, you can't grow apricots in Michigan. Perhaps you could if you had a heated greehouse, but even then the length of daylight is too short there.

What is your favorite type of apricot tree?

2011-11-19T05:43:00.000-08:00

My favorite apricot is "Blenheim". It is an early to mid season apricot and grows well in California's apricot areas. There are MANY great varieties. Some have been developed for special regions (low chilling hours, etc.). I prefer apricots on dwarf or semi-dwarf rootstock.

Here is what apricots need:

CLIMATE: Ideal climate provides chilly winters, freedom from late frosts and fairly warm dry springs.

POLLINATION: Most apricots are self-fruitful; some need pollen from another apricot variety.

Good Luck!!

hosting

Can I grow an apricot tree from seeds? If so, when is a good time to plant? We live in Phoenix, AZ.?

2011-11-19T05:42:00.014-08:00

You may be able to grow a tree, but it is highly unlikely it will produce edible fruit. You could however grow the tree by putting the seeds in a pot of compost and water them occasionally. Leave them in a warm but not hot place until they start growing. Transfer to a larger pot as they grow and plant outside in Spring. You then come to the tricky bit, you have to graft a cutting from a good quality tree to the 'stock' tree you are growing and hope it 'takes'. If it does, it will grow successfully and produce fruit in about five years time. It would be less stressful if you just bought a young tree from a nursery...............

Can I grow an apricot tree from seeds? If so, when is a good time to plant? We live in Phoenix, AZ.?
yes, you sure can. To accelerate the process, crack the core lightly and then put it in some good potting soil and a small pot. Keep the soil moist and put it in a warm place - be careful not to have too much sun (or it will dry too fast). Best time is early fall. Do several of them - because not all will establish.

In Kauai Hawaii there are these flowers. They change 3 colors in 24 hours From yellow to apricot to red. name?

2011-11-19T05:42:00.013-08:00

do you know the name of them?

In Kauai Hawaii there are these flowers. They change 3 colors in 24 hours From yellow to apricot to red. name?
I think you might be talking about Hawaiian lobelioids.
Reply:Some Plumerias will change color during the day. It is a result of heat and humidity. Plumerias are the flower you normally see in Lei's.

Do anyone know of a drink/punch that is orange/apricot in color?

2011-11-19T05:42:00.012-08:00

I'm geting married in Dec 2008 and I'm trying to find a drink that is within the color scheme...Palm Beach Coral and Ivory.

Do anyone know of a drink/punch that is orange/apricot in color?
You can buy Mango and Apricot nectar in cans, and could add 7-Up or Sprite to it ..... or buy Mango Margarita mix, and use Sprite instead of tequila (a drop or so of red food color would turn a pitcher more of a coral color)
Reply:orange soda

orange punch

orange Jolly Rancher drink

isn't there orange vitamin water?

Sunny- D!!

That's all I got, good luck!
Reply:yes

Hi-C fruit punch orange lava burst..........amazing

i highly recommend it
Reply:mango drinks or peach flavors.....

I have an apricot tree that is losing it's apricots before they are grown, what can i do to stop this?

2011-11-19T05:42:00.011-08:00

Not much, a tree will naturally shed some of it's fruit, and especially if any of them got frozen in the last frost. If you did not give it too heavy of a pruning, you should still have enough fruit from your tree once they quit dropping.

I have an apricot tree that is losing it's apricots before they are grown, what can i do to stop this?
I forgot to add that bee's pollinate fruit, so if your area also has a lack of bee's this could also cause problems with volumn of fruit on a tree.

Don't use pesticides that kill bee's when they get into it on the flower. Report It

shoe horns

I have asickly apricot tree, what do i do?

2011-11-19T05:42:00.010-08:00

It looks almost like it has been burned on some limbs, and is not growing like all my other fruit trees

I have asickly apricot tree, what do i do?
check ths site for canker

http://www.essortment.com/all/cytosporac...

hope it helps

I'm making Apricot jam tomorrow and I need some advice...?

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I picked the apricots over the summer and froze them. I am thawing them tonight and need a good way to get the skins off them so I can make lots of Christmas jam. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance and God bless!!!

I'm making Apricot jam tomorrow and I need some advice...?
I've made apricot jam and jelly for years and never heard of peeling them! Just cook them, and they will mush down and you will never know they ever had skins on. You might want to put them in the blender or if you have an immersion blender, that would be wonderful, although it still isn't needed. OR...you could just make jelly which requires that you cook them and then strain them throught a cheescloth and strainer and then follow the directions from there.

Have fun tomorrow!
Reply:You could blanche them, as you would peaches, and remove the skins. However, I wouldn't, if it were me.

I would just make sure that the apricots are are either sliced or diced well. The skin adds consistency. Just my opinion.
Reply:i'd leave the skins on. it's alot of unnecessary work. the end product will be no superiour

Whats the differance between a fawn pug and a apricot pug?

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Does anyone have pic's so i can tell if my pug is fawn or apricot, the breeder i bought her off says it is a fawn and some people call fawn apricot but some say there is another colour which is apricot and i want to see whats the differance.

Whats the differance between a fawn pug and a apricot pug?
Pugs do come in an apricot shade of fawn. But she will still be registered as fawn. Just do a google search for "apricot pug"...some unethical breeders will try to tell you apricot is "rare" or that a certain dog is apricot when it really isn't. Apricot is not at all rare, and not at all desired in the show ring. They will have a red or orange tint to their coat.
Reply:Fawn is a tan color.

Apricot is a reddish color.

I don't think pugs come in apricot.
Reply:Pugs only come in fawn and black as far as I know. Never heard of an apricot pug. It is probably a fawn. Am apricot would be a reddish coloring. A fawn is a tan.

How do I use dried apricot paste, this paste is from Syria.?

2011-11-19T05:42:00.007-08:00

In place of dried apricots in lamb dishes

How do I use dried apricot paste, this paste is from Syria.?
Perhaps you could soften it first with a bit of hot water, and you can use it to spread it in between layers of cake, with some cream should be nice, also in puff pastry as a danish.

Cut in small even sized and cover in chocolate.
Reply:For hemorroids?

imax theatre

I have a Plum and Apricot tree, there both producing fruit, but my question is how often do i water it?

2011-11-19T05:42:00.006-08:00

its the rule of thumb for the plum

I have a Plum and Apricot tree, there both producing fruit, but my question is how often do i water it?
If they are established trees, you don't water them.

If they are newly planted, you water roughly weekly (depending on the size of the root ball, and the composition and moisture-retention of your soil) for the first growing season. After the trees are established, they do not need water, except in periods of drought. During a very dry year, I might water my plum tree 2 or 3 times (A slow, deep watering)

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOr a apricot TREE TO PRODUCE FRUIT?

2011-11-19T05:42:00.005-08:00

the tree is 5years old i prumed it back 3 times now

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOr a apricot TREE TO PRODUCE FRUIT?
Most fruit trees require cross pollination. If you only have 1 tree, it will never bear fruit. You should probably ask at a local garden center.

Does apricot scrub for blemishes and black heads work?

2011-11-19T05:42:00.004-08:00

i just bought it and was wondering what exactly it did from your expereience with this product does the redness lessen? do you getr less black heads? does it diminish the black heads?

Does apricot scrub for blemishes and black heads work?
Never believe claims on products. I have been using apricot scrub for about 12 or so years. I assume you are referring to St. Eves Apricot Scrub. The product is similar to a facial loofah - it just helps slough off dead skin. Its not a miracle product, but after scrubbing your face - it feels really clean.

For a while I used to mix acne cream and cortisone cream and put that on my face - to help with acne and redness.

Blackheads seem to be impossible to get rid of, and I have tried a lot of products. I like Biore Pore Strips - it is said they also strip skin cells, etc. but they do pull stuff out. I like the Ultra Pore Cleansing Strips - they have Tea Tree Oil. I have also used a tool by Revlon - Comodone Extractor, that was a waste of time and money. Blackheads and acne are not from only hormones, cosmetics, and genes. Your pores get clogged by the environment, if you smoke (which I do) and not drinking enough water.
Reply:i use it but i only use it to get rid of dead dry skin, it doesnt seem to do much for my blackheads, i mean it helps if your blackheads are old, and come up above the skin.. but the ones that are deep in my pores that make my pores look black..it does nothing.. for blackheads you need to get blackhead strips, like biores, or proactivs, it rips those suckers right up out of your pores, and your face is proabbly red because its so rough on your skin.. you may need a more gentle exfoliator..

http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jh...

its really gentle, and you can use it everyday if you want too, apricot scrub will tear your face to shreds if you use it everyday, or even everyother day..once or twice a week is like the max times i can use it.
Reply:Yes it works im a guy and i use it, it makes my face cleaner and clear. so when i shave i have that babyface look
Reply:I have heard that this product actually creates tiny microscopic scratches in your skin because it's so rough! So I have been scared to try it -- there's ways to treat acne without scratching up your face!

The idea behind the scrub is that it will exfoliate your skin and remove dead skin cells which otherwise sit around and clog your pores, thus causing blemishes and blackheads. My dermatalogist recommended that I exfoliate and cleanse at the same time by using a Buf Puf sponge with either Cetaphil or Dove soap.

If you decide to use it, it will be awhile before you notice a difference because your pores clog 2-3 weeks before the blemish appears. Also, every product reacts differently with each person's skin! If it irritates your skin then quit using it immediately; otherwise try it for a few weeks and see what happens!
Reply:not blackheads or blemishes.
Reply:Whenever you buy any type of facial cleanser, you can never be guaranteed that it will work for you, no matter how many other people have recommended it. Everyone has a different type of skin, so they react differently to the cleansers. The apricot scrub worked okay for me, but I really wasn't satisfied enough to buy it again. I had to try many different brands before I was pleased with results. I even went to the dermatologist. Another thing to understand is that if you have very dry skin on your face, then you might need to find a certain cleanser with moisturizing characteristics. Most cleansers clear up all the oils on your face. If your skin is dry then the cleanser would be drying out all of the moisture left [because there would be no oils left to clear up]. This would trick your pores into thinking that they need to make extra amounts of oils to make up for lack of moisture. Extra oils = extra pimples, blackheads, and blemishes. So, if you do have dry skin, then I would suggest visiting a dermatologist. Good luck!
Reply:In my experience, no it does not. But maybe Ive just got the wrong brand. Do not use St. Ive's Apricot scrub--it is really rough and dries out your face which makes it difficult to use on a daily basis.
Reply:for me yes...and also it works for dry skin cause of the beads.
Reply:I try it and is good....but as someone said, it depends on the person skin type.....if this product wont work on your face still you can use it on your back,shoulders,arms and other parts of your body .If you think make your skin dry ,you could apply a face cream after using it..or use it only were the black heads appears, like the nose..yes they do dimish the black heads....
Reply:it helps yes, but you have to give scrubs and masks a little bit to actually start working. The reson behind this is when you scrub your face or apply a mask your skin starts to "freak out" and your pores will start to purge. They will purge because they are trying to bring moisture to your face which is why your face may feel oily, so it might not work right off the bat, just give it a chance to actually start working.,
Reply:When it comes to skin. everyones is different. Apricot Invigorating Scrub, keeps my face clean but who's to say it works for the next person.
Reply:okay well if u have only blackheads it might, but the micro beads in it pretty much scrape the top of pimples which will make them come open and just worsens them

My apricot trees have I think, borer they are almost dead, though they have some leaves and red gum?

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can any one help me fine a cure No other tree in the orchard has this problem

My apricot trees have I think, borer they are almost dead, though they have some leaves and red gum?
Sounds like your apricot tree has been attacked by the PEACHTREE BORER or the SHOTHOLE BORER. Here are some suggestions to control both....

The PEACHTREE BORER is a moth that lays many eggs. The larval stage is what does the damage and they can damage the tree in two ways: girdling and inducing plant pathogens to invade the weakened tree.

Using a pheremone trap called; "Scentry Wing Trap", has been shown to catch the male moths. Fertilize and water your tree regularly. It's been proven that healthier trees are able to sustain attacks from the peachtree borer better than those that are weak.

Placing a residual insecticide around the base of the tree trunk will deter attacks from larvae. You can bury mothballs in the soil around the base of the trunk... it works by killing the larvae and preventing the adult females from laying their eggs in the soil near the trunk.

SHOTHOLE BORERS are small black/brown beetles. The larvae of these beetles are what does the damage to apricot trees. Since its advisable not to treat with chemicals, the natural way to prevent infestation of this pest is by maintaining a healthy tree. Healthy trees exude a resin which kill the grubs as they bore holes into them. So the best thing to do is to fertilize and water the tree on a regular basis.

Hope you'll find this information useful and it will help save your apricot tree from futher infestation. GOOD LUCK!

(professional certified crop consultant with a degree in plant science)
Reply:cut them down and burn them as soon as possiable. or the borer's will spread.

rashes

How do you make apricot danish pastries?

2011-11-19T05:42:00.002-08:00

Preferably as tasty as they make them in Selfridges.. mmm

How do you make apricot danish pastries?
Here you go!

* Food Processor Danish Pastry

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* 2 tablespoons of caster sugar

* ¼ cup of tepid water

* 4 teaspoons of dry active yeast

* ½ cup of milk at room temperature

* 1 egg, at room temperature

* 350 grams of high grade flour

* 1 teaspoon of natural salt

* 250 grams of cold butter (unsalted)

* Apricot Filling

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* 12 preserved apricot halves, or canned halves

* ½ to ¾ cup of apricot jam

* To egg wash

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* 1 egg

* 2 tablespoons of milk

* To ice the cooked Apricot Danish

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* ½ cup of icing sugar

* 1 to 2 tablespoons of syrup from the preserves or water

Danish Pastry

1. Place the water, sugar and yeast in a bowl and leave to foam.

2. Place the milk in another bowl and beat in the egg with a fork.

3. In a food processor sift the flour and salt and pulse to mix.

4. Cut in the cold butter into the food processor and pulse until the butter is cut up, but still rather chunky.

5. Empty the food processor contents into a large bowl, make a well in the centre and add the yeast and egg mixtures.

6. Using your hands or a flat spatula, fold the ingredients together gently to form a soft moist dough, pebbled with beads of butter.

7. Be careful to handle the dough as little as possible and not over mix.

8. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean plastic bag and leave to rise for 1 hour.

9. After 1 hour, knock back the dough and on a lightly floured surface roll the dough out to a 25cm by 40cm rectangle.

10. Fold the rectangle into 3rds, like a business letter and turn the dough so that the folded edge is to your left.

11. Roll out again to a 25cm by 40cm rectangle, repeat these rolling and folding steps 3 more times. (Making a total of 5 times!)

12. Wrap the pastry in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to rest.

13. At this stage you can freeze or refrigerate the pastry for future use, or cut it in half to make 6 danish today and another 6 in a fortnight!

14. Refrigerate for no more than 4 days, freeze up to 2 months.

Preparing Apricot Danish

1. After 30 minutes roll the pastry out into a large rectangle, I prefer work with half the pastry at a time.

2. Cut the pastry into 12 even-sized squares, approximately 12cm by 12cm.

3. Place the squares onto a lined or lightly greased baking tray.

4. Drop a good spoonful of apricot jam in the centre of each danish and top with a preserved apricot half.

Preparing Apricot Danish

1. Fold in the four corners of each square so that they don’t meet in the middle, but rather form a frame to hold in the apricot filling.

2. Cover the danish with a clean tea towel and leave in a warm place to prove and doubled in size about 1 and ½ hours, the pastry should feel soft like marshmallow.

Preparing Apricot Danish

I had trouble deciding which way up the apricot half should go!

Preparing Apricot Danish

1. Preheat your oven to 180 degrees C with the fan bake. (Slightly higher if you have no fan.)

2. Brush the frame of the danish with the beaten egg and milk.

3. Bake the danish for 10 to 15 minutes or until puffy and golden.

Apricot Danish with Coffee

1. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool slightly, meanwhile mix the icing sugar with a little syrup from the preserves, or a little water to make a wet paste.

2. Drizzle the icing over the cooked danish and leave to set.

3. Makes 12 danish!

Apricot Danish

Enjoy!

That was Julie's, Now here's another great one from Beatrice!

Apricot-Almond Danish Pastry

This refrigerator pastry needs to chill overnight, so plan accordingly.

1/4 cup warm water (105*F. to 115*F.)

1 package active dry yeast

1/2 cup milk, at room temperature

1 large egg, at room temperature

1/4 cup sugar

1 teaspoon salt

2-1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour

2 sticks (1/2 pound) cold unsalted butter

Apricot-Almond Filling:

1 cup (packed) dried apricots

1 cup water

1 cup sugar

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon pure almond extract

1 cup toasted, chopped almonds

For glazing and baking:

1 beaten egg white

Pearl sugar or sliced almonds

Powdered sugar glaze (1/2 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons hot coffee or water)

For the pastry, in a large bowl, combine the water and yeast; stir to dissolve and let stand 5 minutes until the yeast begins to foam. Add the milk, egg, sugar and salt.

Measure the flour into the work bowl of a food processor with the steel blade in place. Slice the butter into the flour, then using on/off bursts with the food processor, cut the butter into the flour until it is in pea-sized pieces. This takes about 8 bursts. Turn into a large bowl. Pour the yeast mixture over and fold the two mixtures together just until the flour is moistened. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.

For the filling: Stir the apricots, water and sugar together in a large microwave-safe bowl or a 4-quart glass measuring cup. Put the bowl in a microwave oven and cook at full power for 10 minutes, stirring a few times, until apricots are soft and puffed and have absorbed almost all of the liquid. Turn the mixture into the work bowl of a food processor with the steel blade in place and process until smooth. Stir in the lemon juice, almond extract and the almonds. Cool. Can refrigerate up to 2 weeks before using.

Lightly flour a work surface and turn dough out onto it. Dust the dough lightly with flour and shape the dough into a rough square with your hands. Roll out to make a square about 16 inches on each side. Fold the dough into thirds like a business letter. Roll lightly to flatten the dough and fold it again into thirds, closing the ends (the dough will now be in a square). Wrap the dough and chill for at least 30 minutes. Roll again into a 16-inch square Fold into thirds again, business letter style. Roll out a second time to make a long, narrow rectangle and fold up again in thirds to make a square. Chill again (to work on it later), or roll out to make a square 20 inches on a side. Cut into sixteen 5-inch squares.

Place a pastry square on the work surface. Spoon a tablespoon of the filling onto the center. Brush the uncovered edges with egg white and lift the four corners of the pastry off the counter and seal in the center of the square. Squeeze the corners together to give them a little pinch and a twist to create a small topknot. Place on a parchment-covered baking sheet.

Preheat the oven to 400*F. (375*F. for convection oven). Let the pastries rise, covered with a kitchen towel for 30 minutes until they look puffy (they will not double).

Brush the pastries with beaten egg white and sprinkle with pearl sugar or sliced almonds. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly golden. Transfer onto a cooling rack and drizzle with powdered sugar icing if desired.

Makes 16 pastries

And here's another great one!

Quantity: 6 Portions

Preparation: 30 minutes (for each type)

Cooking: 10 minutes

Using the recipe for Danish pastry you can make a selection of the pastries below. Each recipe is for a 250g of the pastry, so you may wish to use only this and freeze the rest of the pastry for later use.

Spandau are the square Danish pastries that are often filled with vanilla cream and jam.

Ingredients

Spandau

* 250g Danish Pastry (see recipe)

* 120g pastry cream (see recipe)

* 2 tbsp strawberry jam

* 2 tbsp apricot jam (melted in a saucepan)

* lemon icing (see recipe)

* 1 egg yolk beaten with 2 tsp of milk

Cock's Comb

* 250g Danish Pastry

* 60g apple puree

* 60g almond paste

* 1 egg yolk beaten with 2 tsp of milk

* 20g flaked almonds

* 3 tbsp apricot jam, melted in a saucepan over a moderate heat for a few minute.

Windmills

* 250g Danish Pastry

* 120g almond paste

* 1 egg yolk beaten with 2 tsp of milk

* 3 tbsp apricot jam, melted

* 2 tbsp raspberry jam

Plaits

* 200g Danish Pastry

* 30g currants

* 1 egg yolk beaten with 2 tsp of milk

* 2 tbsp apricot jam

* lemon icing (see recipe)

Method

Spandau

Spandau are the square Danish pastries that are often filled with vanilla cream and jam

1. Preheat an oven to 200°C. Roll out the pastry into a 30cm square. Cut into 6 squares Place a spoonful of the pastry cream in the centre of each square and spread over a teaspoon of jam. Fold the four corners over to meet in the centre. Place the pastries on a baking tray and place them in a warm place to prove for 15 minutes.

2. Brush the pastries with the beaten egg yolk and place them on the top shelf of the preheated oven for 10 minutes. The pastries should be crisp and golden when cooked.

3. Remove the pastries from the oven, brush them with apricot jam that has melted in a saucepan. Allow the jam to set and drizzle over lemon icing. Serve.

Cock's Comb

1. Preheat an oven to 200°C. Roll the pastry out into a 30cm square. Spread the almond paste topped with the apple puree down the centre of the pastry (alternatively you can use just one of the fillings). Fold the pastry in half over the filling and seal the edges. Slice the pastry across into 6 rectangles. Makes incisions on the long unfilled sides 1/3 of the way down 8-10 times. Give the pastry a slight bend from the filled side so as to fan out the cut edge. Place the pastries on a baking tray and place them in a warm place to prove for 15 minutes.

2. Brush the pastries with the beaten egg yolk and scatter over the flaked almonds. Place the pastries on the top shelf of the preheated oven for 10 minutes. The pastries should be crisp and golden when cooked.

3. Brush the pastries with the melted apricot jam and allow them to cool before serving.

Windmills

These Danish Pastries are filled with almond paste and shaped like windmills, a common site in many parts of Scandinavia.

1. Preheat an oven to 200°C. Roll the pastry out into a 30cm square. Cut the pasty into 6 squares. From each corner cut into the centre leaving 1.5cm in the centre uncut. Place a spoonful of almond paste into the centre of each square. Fold one corner of each triangle into the centre over the almond paste, pressing them firmly. Place the pastries on a baking tray and place them somewhere warm to prove for 15 minutes.

2. Brush the pastries with the beaten egg yolk and place them on the top shelf of the preheated oven for 10 minutes. They are cooked when they are golden.

3. Remove the pastries from the oven and brush them with the melted apricot jam. Allow the pastries to cool. When they are cool place a small teaspoonful of jam in the centre of each one. They are now ready to serve.

Plaits

If you like you can use left over Danish pastry to make plaits.

1. Divide the pastry into 3 portions and roll these out into equal long sausage like rolls. Join the rolls together at one end and plait them. Cut the plait into 6 small portions or leave it as a large plait. Place the small plaits or large one on a baking tray and place in a warm place to prove.

2. Brush the pastry with the beaten egg yolk and scatter over the currants. Place the tray on the top shelf in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes. The pastry should be crisp and golden.

3. Remove the pastry from the oven and brush it with melted apricot jam. When the pastry has cooled drizzle over with lemon icing. Serve.

Danish pastries should be eaten on the day they are prepared, and can also be frozen them in a sealed container.

Bon Appetit!!!!
Reply:I dunno, mmmm, but it sure sounds yummy, and you made me hungry. I had to run to the Little Debbie Snack box and get me a tasty treat! And when you find out, send me a sample, will ya?

If I plant an apricot pit/stone in the ground and care for it will a tree eventually sprout up?

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Apricot seeds have a chilling requirement to break dormancy before they will germinate. If you live where it is cold enough in the winter (for example where apricots will normally grow), you could plant the pit and it would receive enough chilling over the winter, and it would begin to grow in the spring.

If you really want to grow a seedling, wash the pit in 20% chlorox (1 part chlorox, 9 parts water) for one minute, rinse, dry, then put it in the refrigerator, in a plastic bag, for 6 weeks. Then carefully crack open the pit, remove the seed inside, soak the seed for 2 days in water (there are naturally occurring chemical germination inhibitors in the seed) then plant the seed.

If I plant an apricot pit/stone in the ground and care for it will a tree eventually sprout up?
If you want to grow your apricot from seed, follow Mark T"s advice.

However, most apricot trees that you grow from a young tree are grafted onto special root stock. You will probably be MORE successful if you plant a "bare root" apricot tree in January (or after freeze in your area)!!

Good Luck!!
Reply:well, that's the idea. IF the stone has not been chilled. (as in fruit stored in refrigerator).

I would try it in a pot to get it started.

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Can I grow fruit trees such as peach, apricot & plum in the palm springs area?

2011-11-19T05:42:00.000-08:00

I'd say no. You would have to grow them in containers for starters. It would not be easy at all. Palm Springs is just too hot and dry to grow them in a landscape setting. Fruit trees such as these need a period of cold weather (temps in the 30's or below) for a time before they will produce flowers and fruit.

I'd look for fruit trees that can tolerate the conditions, like figs or date palms, or even a citrus tree. Good Luck!

Can I grow fruit trees such as peach, apricot %26amp; plum in the palm springs area?
I agree.. it's too hot.. they won't make it.

Has any ever succesfully planted a peach stone, apricot stone and a tree has grown?

2011-11-19T05:41:00.008-08:00

Yes, we had a peach tree for many years, ( I think its still there) produced from the pip. The pip must be properly dried before planting.

Has any ever succesfully planted a peach stone, apricot stone and a tree has grown?
I haven't done any of the above, however, I have successfully grown an avocado plant from its stone. I got three toothpicks and stuck them into the side of the stone, then with the pointed side face down I placed the stone in a glass of water and rested the toothpicks on the side of the glass. I had to keep changing the water, and it did take weeks and weeks and I almost gave up but eventually a root grew out of the bottom and then I planted the stone into a pot and a plant grew which will eventually turn into a tree - although I won't get any avocado fruit for about 11 years! Maybe your peach/apricot stones would work on the same principal - and you may get fruit a lot quicker than I will!!!!
Reply:There is no reason why not.

Experiment and find out.

Not sure how you'd do it but maybe place the stone just below the surface of potting compost, keep warm and moist and see if anything happens.

(By the way avacado trees have both male and female plants so you will never get fruit unless you have both and the male pollinates the female, but yes it does take years before they are mature enough.
Reply:Yep, have grown capsicums from just their seeds inside and tomatoes the same way, and chokoes too, also an avocado tree (but it didnt make it cause the dog weed on it) and have another 3 mango trees in the yard growing from the seeds, no I didnt plant them they just fell and grew all by themselves, clever little blitters lol! :)
Reply:Yes indeed! They are very slow growing, but they will grow. It will take several years before you get any fruit from them.
Reply:Absolutely!
Reply:yes but it never grew?have not tried the cherry tree have you?

I know Apricot Scrub is a great product, but it often makes my skin really red. Anyone else have this problem?

2011-11-19T05:41:00.007-08:00

I am thinking of switching to Clinique products, like the bar facial soap, with Clarifying Lotion #2 and one of the moisturizers. Does anyone use/know about Clinique products too?

I know Apricot Scrub is a great product, but it often makes my skin really red. Anyone else have this problem?
i love the apricot scrubs no redness here.
Reply:It may be great..but many "scrubs" are too intense for the thin layers of skin we have on our face vs. the body! Use it on your legs and arms, elbows, etc. especially in the winter, but if you must use a "scrub" for your face, choose something a bit less harsh. Clinique brand is known for its design for sensitive skin. Clinique products are a bit on the expensive side, not a "drug store brand" so to speak, but work wonderfully for sensitive skin!
Reply:try using a less abrasive scrub.
Reply:Your skin is probably very sensitive. Clinique is too strong for sensitive skin types as I've used it before and I have sensitive skin too. If you are trying to exfoliate your skin, I would recommend that you find something less chemical, and definitely for sensitive skin. Just switch to Dial's clear %26amp; natural soap as with Winter, you don't want to overdo it and leave your skin bare. Find a very light moisturizer (I use organic coconut oil as it soaks into the skin and helps it heal). You can get it on the websites or a good healthfood store.
Reply:Nope, You must be allergic to the stuff.

Theres a fruit, looks like an apricot but it has no pits, big in italy and i dont know the name in america,?

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i want to buy for grandma and grandpa....

Theres a fruit, looks like an apricot but it has no pits, big in italy and i dont know the name in america,?
Kumquat
Reply:David has the right answer, but it doesn't look lite an apricot, sorry, outer layer of an apricot is different from kumquats, sorry about the spelling, but it looks like a miniature orange in color and lemon in shape. Let your Nono and Nana, when you get the fruit that I hope they enjoy them. k, this next phrase is going to be wrong also, but here goes......in bocco lupo. Buono Notte
Reply:persimmon

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How to extract Amygdalin from the peach/apricot kernels?

2011-11-19T05:41:00.005-08:00

Could anyone please describe an extraction technique below? Thanks.

How to extract Amygdalin from the peach/apricot kernels?
Firstly you have to dry you sample in an oven at 40 - 50 (recommend 45）degree Celsius, after the sample dried, you can blend the sample in to a smaller particles,

from this small particles, you can extract your sample by soxhlet extraction using ethanol 95% or methanol.

if you do not have a soxhlet, i think you can just use a conical flask attach with a condenser and put it in the water bath at 60 degree celsius to extract you sample using ethanol 95% or methanol. Soxhlet extraction will be better

hope this will help.

What colour bridesmaid dress will go with a peach/apricot coloured wedding dress?

2011-11-19T05:41:00.004-08:00

Dark red would look beautiful but be subtle enough as to not overcast the wedding.

What colour bridesmaid dress will go with a peach/apricot coloured wedding dress?
i agree with dark red or possibly evena pink don't no tought one?
Reply:Dark brown, deep rose, taupe, dark red, or a deeper orange color in the same family as your dress color. I wouldn't go with yellow or anything brighter than your dress -- you want to stand out in the party.
Reply:I'm thinking it needs to be a dark, warm color like chocolate brown or espresso since you will be wearing a light warm color.
Reply:brown, or ivory or pink.
Reply:Plum would be stunning.

Congrats! :o)
Reply:This is quiet difficult without seeing the dress. I have thought about it and tried to imagine it. A champagne bridesmaid dress like this one might be a good match:

http://www.myeveningdress.co.uk/champagn...

or as some other members have suggested a brown dress. To be honest I think it might be a good idea to either go on google using the image search function and searching for different colour combinations then saving the dresses/colours you like and opening them on your computer next to each other so you get a better idea. Now having though about it more light turquoise or light green might be a great combination - summer wedding theme.

Also what might help depending on where you purchase the dress ask for different colour samples/swatches and then try to match it with your wedding dress.

All the best

xx
Reply:metallic (or not) beige
Reply:ivory or cream would go beautiful you can get prom style dresses i had one of these if for an older bridesmaid and if having flower girls look for ivory dress with the peach colour sash...beautiful peaches and cream.xxx

i got my dress from girls of elegance try the web site also debenhams have lovely dresses.
Reply:Definately a nice chocolate brown, maybe with a sort of ribbon/belt under the boobs in the colour of your dress!
Reply:creamisobvious peaches and cream......

You could try something differnet like silver or gold?????
Reply:Orange, red, plum, silver, yellow or pink. I'm sure whatever colour u choose will look great...congrates.
Reply:Chocolate brown
Reply:Lilac,with apricot trim
Reply:A beautiful pale yellow, or cream color with a sash or bouquet that accents your gown, or wedding boquet.

I've lost my microwave apricot chicken recipe from the label on tin of Ardmona apricot nectar. Can anyone help

2011-11-19T05:41:00.003-08:00

This recipe is on the tins of apricot nectar available in Victoria, Australia. I think it is the Ardmona tin. It is definitely not the one on the Berri tin. The recipe contains the apricot nectar and a packet of french onion soup heated in the microwave for about 4 minutes then add chicken pieces dipped in seasoned flour and cooked for about 20 minutes in the microwave oven.

I've lost my microwave apricot chicken recipe from the label on tin of Ardmona apricot nectar. Can anyone help
Microwave Apricot Chicken

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1/4 c. butter

1 c. bread crumbs

2 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

1 tbsp. dried parsley flakes

1 tsp. paprika

4 lg. whole boneless chicken breasts, split and skin removed

8 tbsp. apricot marinade

8 tbsp. grated Cheddar cheese

Place 1/4 cup butter in Pyrex bowl and microwave on high 45 to 60 seconds or until melted. In another container, mix bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and paprika. Dip each chicken piece in butter, then coat with crumb mixture. With sharp knife, slit breaded chicken pieces and spread each pocket slit with 1 tablespoon of apricot marinade. Microwave, covered, with vented plastic on 1 corner or a Pyrex glass top on high 5 to 6 minutes. Turn dish and microwave on high 5 to 6 minutes more. Do not turn over. Generously sprinkle tops of chicken pieces with grated cheese and microwave 1 more minute. Add a dash of nutmeg to each piece and garnish with parsley or lemon slice. Apricot Marinade: To 1 jar of apricot jam, add 3 tablespoons vinegar. Heat until melted and thickened again.
Reply:Incredible.

No.
Reply:MICROWAVE APRICOT BAKED CHICKEN

5 lb. chicken pieces

1/2 c mayonnaise

2 env. dry onion soup mix

1 c. bottled Russian dressing

2 c. apricot preserves

Arrange chicken in 2 (2-quart) glass dishes. Combine all the ingredients and spread over chicken coating each piece. Cover dish with waxed paper and bake each dish separately in microwave 20 minutes per dish. Turn dish halfway through cooking time.

Baking experts - WHEN do I cut my lemon squares or apricot bars?

2011-11-19T05:41:00.002-08:00

I find it is too messy to cut into soon after it is out of the oven. How long do I have to wait to cut so it looks neat? I have sometimes found that waiting makes it impossible to cut into.. the short crust base gets too hard.,

Baking experts - WHEN do I cut my lemon squares or apricot bars?
You cut it two minutes before the oven is done.

Then, back to the oven to get the crispy.

That's the way, but haven't you tried something like that already?
Reply:Give it 10 minutes, That's long enough for the top to cool, but the crust is still soft enough to not break.
Reply:wait 5 minutes after you take them out of the oven and use a sharp knife dipped in hot water.

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How can a fingerprint password be bypassed on a mitsubishi Apricot computer?

2011-11-19T05:41:00.001-08:00

can you bypass that? Im not sure if its even possible. Maby try reformatting it or something.

How can a fingerprint password be bypassed on a mitsubishi Apricot computer?
the only way is to be a computer genius and understand hacking really well. good luck on this. i could tell you the specifics of getting around it but i don't feel like getting into some trouble.
Reply:long shot c/o CSI turn scan pad upside down over some superglue in a jar. only works if the last peep to use it was the previous owner. points for initiative?
Reply:Well, you can contact the person who owns the computer....

I had an apricot that was crossed with another fruit. Does anyone know what it is called?

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Pluot

I had an apricot that was crossed with another fruit. Does anyone know what it is called?
A pluot (plü-ot) is a tradename for a fruit developed in the late 20th century by Floyd Zaiger. In the United States, the fruit is known by most regulatory agencies as an interspecific plum. It is a hybrid of plum and apricot. The pluot, like the aprium, is derived from the half-plum–half-apricot hybrid called the plumcot.

Some markets call them "dinosaur eggs".
Reply:aprium. An aprium is two-thirds apricot and one-third plum, and looks more like an apricot, but has a smooth, plum-like skin
Reply:The only one I've ever had, or heard of was a pluot, an apricot crossed with a plum. It was wonderful and I haven't seen one in years.
Reply:You didn't tell us what the other fruit was. Could have been an aprinana.

I'm looking for recipes on how to bottle tomatoes apricot's plumbs and salsa for food storage help me please

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http://www.canning-food-recipes.com/cann...

Does apricot scrub really work??.?

2010-05-22T04:13:00.002-07:00

Does that st ives apricot scrub really work for acne and smoother face??? i really really want to try it but i need to know if it works or not because i have really bad acne

Does apricot scrub really work??.?
It used to, but then they changed the formula. If you have really bad acne, I suggest using Clearasil Ultra. This stuff REALLY works and exfoliates better than anything I have ever tried. It is a little more expensive ($6-7), but it works way better. My teenage brother had really bad acne and blackheads and that was the only thing that worked for him, so I decided to try it. I know I sound like a commercial, but I am really that impressed with it.
Reply:yeah. it works really good to unclog your pores and it gets rid of dead skin cells and makes your face much softer and smoother. i would really recommend it.
Reply:if you have bad acne, id rather use other stuff, apricot scrub is good but if you need a scrub, there are scrubs made for acne skin.

I found benzol peroxide wash quite effective.
Reply:OMG!! I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT!! it worked wonders for me cuz i have really stubborn pimples, and my skin is sorta rough. the first week i used it, half my pimples were gone and my skin felt like porcelain. TRY IT!!!
Reply:Yeah I like it and i use it but I don't have serious acne. So as you say you have pretty bad acne I would not think it would work for that. I think you should get a dermatologists opinion for acne. Take care :)
Reply:I tried it when I had acne %26amp; didn't like it. It irritated my skin.

I prefer Murad AHA/BHA exfoliating cleanser or Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Face Pads.
Reply:it works really great u should buy it
Reply:It will not work for really bad acne. If you have really bad acne, you need a prescription for some sulfur based cream. That's the only thing that'll work, so go see your dermatologist. Apricot scrub is nice and makes already healthy skin feel really nice, and even glow, because it will remove dead skin cells. But it is a cosmetic, not a medicine, and if you have bad acne, you need a medicinal cream. Good luck.
Reply:ya it works. i use it and it works pretty good. have you tried Pro Active
Reply:worked for me
Reply:I was watching Oprah And The topic was skin care a dermatologist on that show said it was bad for you.Said it was too abrasive.
Reply:omg, yes it does. it'll leave your skin really fresh and so smooth. it exfoliates dead skin. its not really to clear acne (use pro-activ for that) but it helps keep your pores clean and prevents you from really getting zits.
Reply:Yeah it worked great for me.
Reply:I dont think it is very good for acne. It is a great cleaner if you dont have acne but it isnt medicated. (that I recall) a great one for acne is called Acne Free. It is just like Proactive but cheaper. It's still spendy but way cheaper than proactive. I have seen it at Wal-Mart and CostCo.
Reply:Oh yes it does.

It will leave your skin smooth and fresh. It's great to exfoliate dead skin.

In terms of acne...it keeps the pores clean...that said...don't rub too hard.

Gisele

http://www.mybeautymatch.com
Reply:Yes, but if you have really bad acne---the apricot may irritate it.

Scrubs are good---but too much scrubbing can bring MORE OIL to the surface and make the acne worse.

Try a dermatologist if you can afford it. OR Keep to a simple routine and stick to it. Don't ever wear make-up to bed. Change your pillow case often. Don't touch your face with hands and fingers----The sun can be you friend if you are sensible about it. Don't put anything too OILY or greasy on your face.

Look for oil-free and sensitive things, like moisturizers, etc. If you are really young---seek advice from someone in family. Some foods DO trigger break-outs.....Like shell-foods, peanuts----

Keep it simple. Keep it up! Keep it clean.

Good Luck!
Reply:I don't know if it works for acne, but It always makes my face feel fresh and very smooth. I love it, but you have to be careful not to use it everyday because it can dry out your skin. Use it every other day or every two days.
Reply:i use it and like it. it takes all the dead skin on my face away, leaving it smooth, without over drying it. try it!
Reply:I'm an exfoliator addict, and St Ives is a nice scrub, very invigorating.

BUT DO NOT USE if you have bad acne. The particles in the scrub are large and will aggravate your skin, causing redness and inflammation.

You need a very fine, gentle scrub like a gel scrub. Good luck!
Reply:I wouldn't use the normal skin one if you have bad acne that's easily irritated. I use it every day and my skin IS really soft and "Fresh" feeling, but my skin only has occasional breakouts and is generally quite clear.

They have one for sensitive skin, and one for acne prone skin which (I believe) has salicylic acid (which helps acne) in it. Try one of those, not the one for normal skin.
Reply:it works for me.

Van Gogh's Orchard with Blossoming Apricot Trees?

2010-05-22T04:13:00.001-07:00

When viewing Van Gogh's Orchard with Blossoming Apricot Trees, what color temperature and intensity is seen. I had thought that the color temperature was cool but then thought dark and as far as intensity, I am unsure there as well. Anyone have any thoughts on the color temperature and intensity in this painting???

Van Gogh's Orchard with Blossoming Apricot Trees?
Hey Nursebubb...,

I looked at it on the computer, colors are probably not what they would be in real life. The Sky seems intense, and the forground less. Blue is a cool color, but the Barn roof Red is HOT. The painting makes me want to walk over to the Barn (maybe it is a cottage, not a barn).
Reply:It's very cool i guess.. because even the warm parts..doesnt feel so warm! it's all surrounded with green and cyan..gives u that coldness

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Does anyone here have a most terrible experience using St. Ives Apricot Scrub?

2010-05-22T04:13:00.000-07:00

For about a month, I tried St. Ives Apricot Scrub since a friend advice me to use it. I’m in no doubt agreed that it smells really good…. But I feel like it worsens my skin. I had pimples coming out more than I had before and it feels really itchy. But it is effective though in removing blackheads.. I just don’t advice people to use it on pimples.

Does anyone here have a most terrible experience using St. Ives Apricot Scrub?
I breakout every so often and I use this product but I do not find a correlation between the two. However when my boyfriend uses it on his face it causes it to break out..
Reply:its an exfoliant so if it's causing you to break out, chances are that it's too harsh for your skin. you can try using the version for sensitive skin or a different brand.
Reply:I use St Ives Apricot Scrub to exfoliate the dry skin off my legs, I've also used it on my elbows and heels. It works great on my body

I never tried it on my face.

For my face I use Proactiv and LOVE IT !!!!

check out there site

www.proactiv.com

800-333-0153
Reply:because the scrub part of the product chafes off skin it is actually doing more harm for you than good. if you have pimples cleanse your skin with a cream like noxzema then apply any of the products that cause the pimples to dry up clearasil is very good
Reply:yes, i tried using that facial scrub but i got pimples instead so stopped using it, try loreal facial wash purifying gel it really works and it does clean the face.
Reply:i had a allergic reaction to it once since then ive stopped. doesnt help removing blackheads unless ur a very regular user. and ya i did get pimples to after a day or two. use the medicated version much better
Reply:Always been ok for me - but I moisturise like crazy afterwards

Apricot Filling?

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My mom and I bought Apricot Filling last Christmas, and didnt get to make the cookies. This year we still have it and since the apricot is sold out everywhere and there is no expiration. Does anyone know about how long you can keep Baker Brand Apricot Desert Filling if its never opened?

Apricot Filling?
Usually if you don't open it and it still has its original vaccuum seal, it will last for years and years. That's the whole point of "canning" fruits and vegetables, to make it last for several years later.

So it should be just fine if it's only a year old.
Reply:Almost forever

Where would you advertise a male toy apricot poodle for stud?

2010-05-22T04:12:00.002-07:00

Depends, if his health testing was done, and he was registered legitimately, and was absolutely gorgeous, I would put up a webpage for him.. If he had nothing done, and wasn't even worth it..an embarassment to the breed.... I guess the newspaper. But to save myself that embarassment, I would neuter him... And enjoy him myself as a wonderful apricot companion..

Where would you advertise a male toy apricot poodle for stud?
you wouldn't have to advertise if your apricot poodle was of breeding quality... show your dog or neuter
Reply:humm the usual method is to take him out, do thing with him: show, obedience, agility- take your pick. Put happy boastful adds in the breed newsletter at every accomplisment.
Reply:After the dog has completed his AKC championship, (the showring is the proving ground for breeding quality), responsible breeders who have admired him and STUDIED HIS PEDIGREE, (the genetic history of a dog), will approach you to use him as stud on their females who have been similarly proven. You will never have to advertise.

Would Apricot scrub and naxzuma make acne worse?

2010-05-22T04:12:00.001-07:00

If you are drying your skin out too much by using these products then yes it could lead to more acne. you should be using a moisturizer after you wash your face. Try an oil free moisturizer for oily and acne pron skin. Don't over wash your face you will wind up doing more damage than good

Would Apricot scrub and naxzuma make acne worse?
Yes, they both have skin irritating ingredients that will ultimately make your skin worse. You need a gentle cleanser and a BHA or benzoyl peroxide product to help with the acne, nothing with alcohol in it either. I live by the 2 sites below and don't buy new products without consulting them. I use her toner, BHA liquid, benzoyl peroxide treatment and moisturizing gel and have oily, blemish-prone skin and it has helped tremendously.

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I have a tree that will be loaded with apricots. What's the real methode for brandy?

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I know that lots of folks in Europe take great pride in making apricot brandy. How is it done? (please don't suggest vodka or shortcuts; I'd like to know the real thing). Is it fermenting, or distilling? Both?

I have a tree that will be loaded with apricots. What's the real methode for brandy?
Both, actually. The first step will be to make apricot wine. I'm assuming that you don't have a lot of brewing experience, so I'll give you the quick overview. Wait until the apricots are very ripe(but make sure to discard any that have started to rot) Wash them then put them in a nylon stalking. This keeps all of the pits and pulp in one place. put the bag of fruit in a 5 gal bucked and kneed the bag until the fruit is all broken up. You don't need to over do it. Add a 5lb bag of sugar and fill the bucket up with water to within three or four inches of the top, then stir to dissolve the sugar. mix some brewers yeast with a cup of warm water than add it to the bucket. Put a loose fitting lid on the bucket and keep it in a warm place for about a week. After a week, the yeast will have turned all of the sugar into alcohol, so its ready to distill into brandy. If you taste it, it won't taste sweet. Distilling isn't exactly legal in the US, but you can still find a bunch of books that will walk you through how to build a still. Check with your local homebrew store. Hope you find this helpful.
Reply:If you are thinking about making apricot wine to drink and not to make brandy, let me know. There would be a few other things to consider to make sure that it turns out good. Report It

Reply:The reason people use vodka shortcuts is that distilling is illegal in England unless you have a licence. Customs and Excise would be very unhappy bunnies!

Also illegal is making wine (that's the fermenting bit which you are allowed to do), freezing it, then putting it in a centrifuge (juice extractor) to remove the ice thus making it stronger.
Reply:there is a good article on brandy here on this site:

Brandy

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brandy

has a lot of basic information

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Apricot trees?

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i have an apricot tree in my back yard and it has the best apricots that i have ever had.but it is dieing and i cant save it.its an old tree(my grand mother planted it)and i dont no wat type of apricot tree it is.is there something i can do to find out wat type it is so i can buy another tree of the same type and plant it in place of my old one.i cant ask my grandmother coz she isnt alive anymore.

Apricot trees?
You might find someone locally who knows. But you could ask your local master gardener to recommend someone who could graft scions from your old tree onto young root stock.
Reply:graft green limbs onto another apricot, any hardy species will take a graft. Use several to make sure you get a good graft.. Did you save the seeds? If your gm grew it, it probably is not a hybrid and is true to seed. . after you get a good graft, cut the tree down to very short , take all the old limbs away or burn them , treat the trunk and very short limb stubs with dormant oil, till the soil deeply and work in 100 lb of rich compost and a few dozen red wigglers (fishing worms). If you are in a dry area water it well once a week (about 20 gallons). if it doesnt show new growth in a year, just cut it on out.

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I'm going to get a male pug, what color should i get? (black, apricot, or fawn)?

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pick a color

I'm going to get a male pug, what color should i get? (black, apricot, or fawn)?
Well, mine is fawn and he is simply adorable!!! But if you pick a pug you can't go wrong no matter which color you pick!!!
Reply:GET WHAT EVER SUITS YOU BEST BUT DONT LISTEN TO KC DUDE HE PUTS ANIMALS TO SLEEP AND WORKS FOR THE STATE
Reply:black becuzzzzzzzzzzzz they are so cute my best friend has a black on ans he is sooooooooooo cute so get a black
Reply:depends, if you wear or own a lot of white clothing or furniture, go for the tan, if you have a lot of darker colors, id say black. from personal opinion though, i think the black ones are super cute :-)
Reply:Pugs are wonderful dogs. If you want to enter him/her in dog shows, I would recommend the most popular color which is the whitish brown. Although, it is up to you...I'm sure no matter what color it is, the moment you see the right puggy wuggy, you'll know him/her is the perfect dog for you!

St. Ives Blemish and blackhead control scrub? (apricot)?

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I dont have acne, but I am startieng to break out for the first time in months.(Been eating more junk food)

Will it work to keep my skin clear? I use the apricot cleanseer in the morn and i plan on using the scrub at night (i moisturize too)

St. Ives Blemish and blackhead control scrub? (apricot)?
It will work just as well as anything else. Keep your face clean and moisturize. A lot of people forget to moisturize thinking its going to make their face oily. It keeps your face from drying out - which can cause breakouts, too. Stay hydrated and unfortunately - a lot of it has to do with hormones!
Reply:Tried that, exactly that actually. Apricot cleanser in the morning, apricot scrub at night, moisturize afterwards. The only thing that did for my skin was make it drier than when I started. It did nothing for my acne. Of course, it didn't make me break out worse, but it didn't really do anything so it was just a waste of time and money.
Reply:It works pretty well but use it like you would a regular exfoliator, Its too harsh for your skin to be using everyday. Use it twice a week.

Try using the Apricot Deep Cleansing Cream wash for Blackheads and Blemishes twice a day. Its less harsh, so use it has your regular cleanser.

=]
Reply:i used st ives apricot scrub for about 3 years...and after i started working for Prescriptives...i found out that its really not good for your pores.....the harsh edges around the beads cuts your pores making them bigger...i would suggest...either Prescriptives face scrub or clinique....something with round beads....it works just as good and is better for you.
Reply:no it won't, i've tried multiple products from St. Ives, %26amp; it didn't work for me. I suggest you use something from a makeup line (like.... Estee Lauder?) specifically targeted for ur skin type.

Can i get st ives apricot cleanser at rite aid?

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yup or target, or walmart, or cvs or any other drugstore and even some super markets

Can i get st ives apricot cleanser at rite aid?
probably, if not wal-mart always has it

Can you use ST. Ives apricot scrub for your back?

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Can you use ST. Ives apricot scrub for your back ifyou have pimple on it? or is the ST.ives apricot scrub only for your face?

Can you use ST. Ives apricot scrub for your back?
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2.1 MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT CAUSES

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3.2 AVAILABLE TREATMENTS

3.2.1 Exfoliating the skin

3.2.2 Topical Bactericidals

3.2.3 Topical antibiotics

3.2.4 Oral antibiotics

3.2.5 Hormonal treatments

3.2.6 External retinoids

3.2.7 Oral retinoids

3.2.8 Phototherapy

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4 ACNE SCARS

5 See also

6 References

7 Footnotes

8 External links
Reply:It feels great on your back... go for it!!!
Reply:I love this product. It is great for scrubbing your whole body and sloughing off all the dead skin. Use it all over for a smoother feel. You might need someone to scrub your back with it though to get a good effect.

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Whole Apricot Kernels Or Crushed?

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Whilst treating Cancer in my Dog successfully with the Correct food and Apricot Kernels, Why is it ok for Dogs to have the Kernels whole yet us humans need to have them chewed or crushed.

Note:- no Quackwatch followers/Sheep need answer.

Whole Apricot Kernels Or Crushed?
You cannot have cured cancer in your dog with apricot kernels, it simply is not possible; if this was tried under the care of a veterinarian, his/her license should be revoked; if you diagnosed %26amp; tried to treat cancer in a dog yourself, you need to be barred from keeping animals.
Reply:An apricot kernel (Prunus armeniaca, "Armenian plum" in Latin) refers to the kernel of a species of Prunus, classified with the plum in the subgenus Prunus. It is commonly known for containing amygdalin, which is sometimes called "vitamin B17", but is not regarded by the scientific community as a vitamin since it does not meet the widely accepted scientific definition of a vitamin – it has not been proven to be essential to achieving or maintaining good health.[1] Amygdalin was once thought to help prevent cancer by attacking cancer cells, but clinical studies related to laetrile, as discussed in the amygdalin article, were unsuccessful. A review of the clinical evidence was published in 2006 with the conclusion "Therefore, the claim that laetrile has beneficial effects for cancer patients is not supported by sound clinical data."[2]
Reply:You can't treat cancer with anything other than meds. This is a mistaken diagnosis. My husband died a year ago from prostate cancer and while I managed to keep him alive for over 10 years with a healthy low fat, high fibre diet which gave him a low cholesterol, nothing cures it. Sorry, but you are talking a load of rubbish. If all it took to cure cancer was a few nuts, we'd all be eating them whole as I am pretty good at swallowing stuff and so are other people.
Reply:Apricot kernels wont cure cancer but they might help prevent it as well as Brazil nuts and fresh fruit and veg. Its all the antioxidants that are in fruit, veg and nuts that help and a healthy lifestyle that counts not a last minute cure.

What's the procedure for The St. Ives Apricot Scrub?

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Can someone tell me the steps to using this product and what else I should use with this?

What's the procedure for The St. Ives Apricot Scrub?
I will answer your question on how to appropriately exfoliate with a scrub, but first let me say, as an esthetician that apricot scrub is the last thing you should use on your skin. As another person has written, it is made of apricot pits which are very sharp. They can and do leave tiny cuts on your skin which only makes fighting infection from acne worse. There are many many products on the market which are better for your skin. Try L'Oreal microdermabrasion system (don't use the moisturizer that comes with it because it has alcohol in it). the beads in the exfoliant are engineered to be smooth and they are small enough to really make a difference. If you ever decide to try something more aggressive, go to a glycolic acid wash. These washes, in time, do the same thing as a peel, but without any redness. NOW, for the answer to your question. With ANY exfoliant, the key is to use small circular motions LIGHTLY. Rubbing harder doesn't make it work better or faster (just like brushing your teeth!). circular motions cause the beads to "grab" the dead skin cells in every angle so as to better lift them off the surface of the skin. Another really cheap alternative is baking soda! good luck and hope this helps!!!
Reply:Personally I wouldn't use it at all. I used it years ago and found it to be very harsh. It contains ground up pits and may tend to tear your skin if you rub too hard.

I'd try one of the salt or sugar scrubs that are on the market. The sugar dissolves leaving your skin cleansed and soft.

You should only need to use it about once a week.

Use a water based moisturizers afterwords.
Reply:Directions are located on the back of the bottle or jar or whatever it's in. And as far as using other products don't use anything harsh afterwards because the scrub makes your skin very sensetive due to scrapping off the top layers of dead skin during cleaning to freshen the skin.
Reply:use it like a regular liquid soap.. but since its a scrub do not use it on a daily basis. twice or thrice a week will do depends on how oily your skin is ..you need to apply moiturizer also on your face to avoid dryness since scrubs can be drying to your skin
Reply:well, general directions are on the back but im sure thats not what ur askin heres my solution to ur ?? based on assumption dont use it every day!!!! from a woman wit gorgeous skin ill tell ya only use this as sparingly as possible like once or twice a month tops it will dry out your skin nd u wont be a happy camper k? ok now on the other 28 or some odd days of the month try a regular cleanser good luck
Reply:Moisten your face, squeeze a dime size amount of the scrub in your hand and *gently* scrub your face. Scrub in the direction of the skin cell growth:

Cheeks- scrub in a circular motion

Forehead- start at the bridge of your nose and scrub up towards your hair line and arch over your brows

Nose- start at the outter nostrals and scrub up the sides of the bridge of your nose

Chin- scrub in an up and down motion.

Then rinse well with cool water and pat dry with a clean towel. Moisturize your face and neck well.

This product contains crushed almond shells which could be abrasive to your skin so it's very important that you scrub gently so you do not tear your skin and possible spread bacterial and infection to parts of your face.
Reply:Assuming you mean for the face, I suggest using something different. St. Ives is way too harsh for the face.
Reply:you just wash your face with it like soap.

How to eat apricot?

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i mean what do feel when u eat it???

How to eat apricot?
with your teeth?

they taste better dried!
Reply:YOU NEVER ate a apricot, well i never have either! they dont look delicious or nice, plus they have a attitude.
Reply:with your mouth.
Reply:split it up by opening it or cut it in half (follow the split on the fruit) remove the stone/pit. and enjoy!.
Reply:Steam them w. sugar and real cream or they are good for pies/tarts. V. plain on their own as you have found!
Reply:You can it eat raw,cooked or dried.I can't figure what you mean by asking how do you feel when you eat it.

If you eat enough it would fill you up and like any other food if you eat too much,it'll make you sick.
Reply:wash, take the pit out, put it in your mouth, enjoy the taste while chewing, swollow, go on with your life

I am not sure what you asked, so that was the best I could come up with.
Reply:you just peel and then you take out the seeds at eat the rest
Reply:Wash it. Cut it in half and remove the pit. Have at it.

Is it ok to use st ives apricot scrub for ur face everyday why or why not?

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No, a scrub is too harsh to use every day. Do it every other day at the most.

Is it ok to use st ives apricot scrub for ur face everyday why or why not?
You definitely should not be exfoliating everyday unless it is an everyday cleanser that contains microbeads...those are not harsh. But purely exfoliating is only meant to be done a few times a week. St. Ives is actually not great to use and can be very abrasive therefore it may be leaving micro tears in your skin. MAC makes a good scrub that is very gentle and the beads are fine so it doesn;t feel scratchy. Hope this helps
Reply:It depends whether you have sensitive skin or not but for everyday use use a gentle cleanser. :)
Reply:I suggest you invest in an at home Microdermabrasion kit. They sell them at Rite Aid and Walgreens. Neutrogena has a good one for $40.00 and it works great. You use it three times a week and it removes dead skin cells and isn't harsh.
Reply:You should only exfoliate twice a week. Don't do it every day or you will ruin your skin. Especially St. Ives...it's pretty harsh exfoliant.

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Anyone know of any good entree recipes that contain fresh apricots?

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I'm going to the farmer's market and I'd like to cook a non-dessert item to use up the apricots I get there. What herbs and spices work well in a savory apricot dish?

Anyone know of any good entree recipes that contain fresh apricots?
Apricot Couscous

Extra-virgin olive oil

1 small red onion, small dice

1/4 cup dried apricots, coarsely chopped

1/4 cup whole almonds toasted, coarsely chopped

1 cup couscous

1 1/2 cups chicken stock, warm

1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

2 scallions green parts only

1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped

1/2 bunch fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped plus leaves for garnish

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

In a medium saucepan add a 2 count of extra-virgin olive oil. Add the red onion, apricots and almonds and saute gently over low heat until translucent and slightly fragrant. Add the couscous then dump in the warm chicken broth. Stir with a fork to combine, add lemon zest and cover. Let sit for 10 minutes, then uncover and add the scallions, mint, and cilantro. Fluff again with a fork. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.

Serve family-style on a large platter and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Reply:nope sorry
Reply:ROASTED CHICKEN WITH APRICOTS

Yield: 8 servings

10 oz Dried apricots

1 c White wine

7 lb Chicken pieces (about 1*

-cut-up fryers

2 t Salt

1 t Pepper

2 t Thyme

1 t Paprika

2 c Onions, cut in chunks

1 c Carrots, chopped

From “A Book of Feasts” by Kay Goldstein and Liza Nelson (Longstreet Press,

1993).

Soak apricots in wine in a dish and set aside.

Rinse chicken pieces under cold water and pat dry. Season the chicken with

the dry seasonings and place pieces in a single layer in a large roasting

pan. Add onions and carrots. Bake in a preheated 350'F. oven for 45

minutes, or until the chicken is just beginning to brown. Pour off excess

fat, if desired, and pour apricots and wine over chicne pieces. Baste with

juices (adding more wine, if needed), and finish cooking, about 30 minutes

longer; remove from oven. If not served within 2 hours, chill and bring

back to room temperature before reheating.

To reheat, place the chicken in covered pan or ovenproof serving dish with

cooking juices (you may skim fat again) and reheat at 375'F. for 20-30

minutes while first courses are being served. To serve, place the chicken

pieces on a serving dish and keep warm while deglazing the pan. Scrape up

pan residues, adding a bit more stock or wine to deglaze if necessary. Pour

resulting sauce over chicken and arrange apricots for garnish.
Reply:Well since it is summer time i would tink a salad would be great . I will list some salad recipes and some other ones if salad doesn't quite suit you .

1. Orzo Salad with Fresh Apricots, Pistachios and Ginger Oil Recipe Courtesy of Deb Ponzek

Show: Cooking Live

Episode: Weekend Entertaining

This recipe is available for a limited time only. Why?

8 ounces (a scant 1 1/3 cups) orzo

1 cup fresh apricots (about 4), peeled and diced or 4 ounces dried apricots, julienned

1 teaspoon chopped fresh coriander

1/4 teaspoon ground coriander

1/3 cup thinly sliced scallions

1/3 cup sliced toasted almonds

4 tablespoons ginger oil

squeeze of half lemon

salt and freshly ground pepper

Bring a medium-size pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add orzo and cook about 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain immediately and rinse with cold water.

Place the orzo in a bowl and combine with the fresh apricots, fresh and ground coriander, scallions and almonds. Toss with 4 to 5 tablespoons of the ginger oil, until the pasta is just moist. Season with salt and pepper. Squeeze the fresh lemon juice on the salad and mix.

2.Garam Masala Lamb Chops with Apricot Couscous Recipe courtesy EatingWell.com

Visit an Indian market to find various blends of garam masala, a popular spice mix. You'll also find it in the specialty-spice section at the supermarket or at Indian markets on the Web like www.kalustyans.com.

1 1/4 cups water

1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided

1 tablespoon garam masala

4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1 rack of lamb, exterior fat trimmed

3/4 cup whole-wheat couscous (see Ingredient note)

1/4 cup chopped fresh apricots

1/4 cup golden raisins

2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted if desired

1/4 cup sliced fresh mint

1/4 cup lemon juice

Preheat oven to 450F. Bring water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a small saucepan.

Mix garam masala, 1 teaspoon oil, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper in a small bowl. Rub into lamb. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large, ovenproof, nonstick skillet over high heat. Cook the lamb, skin-side down, until browned on one side, 3 to 5 minutes. Turn it over and transfer the skillet to the oven. Roast the lamb until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reaches 145F for medium-rare, 6 to 12 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing into chops.

Meanwhile, stir couscous, apricots and raisins into the boiling water. Return to a boil, reduce heat to a low simmer, cover and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Stir in pine nuts, mint, lemon juice and the remaining 2 teaspoons oil. Serve the couscous with the lamb.

Ingredient note: Couscous resembles a grain, but these granules of semolina meal are actually a type of pasta. A staple throughout North Africa, it is traditionally steamed over broth but is now available in a precooked form that only requires 5 minutes of soaking in hot broth or water. Whole-wheat couscous can be found in natural-foods stores and large supermarkets.

3.Austrian Apricot Dumplings: Marillenknodel Recipe courtesy Tyler Florence

Show: Food 911

Episode: Mother-in-Law Dumplings

Dumplings:

1/2 pound fresh curd cheese, such as topfen, quark, or pot cheese

1 large egg

1 tablespoon sugar

Pinch salt

11/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon melted butter

12 whole fresh apricots

12 sugar cubes

Coating:

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

3/4 cup fresh bread crumbs, dried out

1 tablespoon sugar

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Sauce:

1 cup sour cream

1/4 cup light brown sugar

1/2 lemon, juiced

Confectioners' sugar, for dusting, if desired

Place the cheese in some cheesecloth or several layers of paper towels and let it drain for 5 to 10 minutes, pressing gently, to remove excess moisture.

With a mixer, beat the cheese until smooth. Add the egg and continue to beat until incorporated. Sprinkle in the sugar and salt, and then gradually add the flour; continue to mix until a dough begins to form. Add the melted butter and mix just until the dough holds together when patted with your hands, it will look pretty wet. Wrap the dough in plastic and refrigerate for several hours or up to overnight, the dough will stiffen as it chills.

Using a knife, make a slit down the seam of the apricot and carefully pull out the pit, keeping the fruit in tact. Stick a sugar cube inside the apricot where the pit was and squeeze the apricot back together to close it up tightly. The sugar cube melts inside the apricot when you cook it.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Lightly flour a rolling pin and work surface. Roll the dough out into a thin circle and cut out 12 circles with a 4-inch ring cutter. Place an apricot in the center of the dough and carefully bring the edges together to completely enclose the fruit and form a dumpling; make sure there are not any tears or holes in the dough. Working in batches, gently lower the dumplings into the simmering water; they should not be touching or crowded. Cook for about 10 to 15 minutes; the dumplings will sink to the bottom of the pot and then rise to the surface. Carefully remove the dumplings from the water with a strainer.

In a large nonstick skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the bread crumbs, sugar, and cinnamon, cook and stir for a couple of minutes until the bread crumbs are toasty and golden. Lay the bread crumbs out on a sheet pan or plate and roll the apricot dumplings in the browned crumbs to coat evenly.

In a small bowl, mix the sour cream, brown sugar, and lemon juice together. Serve the apricot dumplings with the sweet-sour cream sauce on the side and a dusting of confectioners' sugar if desired.

4. Champagne Apricot Punch Recipe courtesy The Cookworks

Show: Cookworks

Episode: Spice and Curries:Exploring the Spice Trail

3 cups mango juice

3 cups passion fruit juice

2 cups apricot juice

1 cup cranberry juice

1/2 cup lemon juice

1/2 cup lime juice

1 bottle Champagne or sparkling white wine

2 ounces melon liqueur

2 ounces creme de banane

2 ounces apricot brandy

Fresh fruit, for garnish

Special equipment: large punch bowl, ladle

Combine all the liquid ingredients in a large punch bowl, add ice and garnish with fresh

fruit.

I just bought the Equate Apricot Scrub?

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Is it any good?

How many times a week should i use it?

Pros: ?

Cons: ?

** I tried it once today and its pretty rough, is that bad?

I just bought the Equate Apricot Scrub?
I love it! You can use it whenever you need to exfoliate.

Pros: It makes your skin really soft, and it's gentle.

Cons: Can feel a little rough, makes dry skin drier.

It has to be rough to exfoliate. Just remember to put in on gently, and to follow with a good cleanser, toner and/or moisturizer. Hope I helped! %26lt;333
Reply:You should only exfoliate once or twice a week for regular skin and once every 1 - 2 weeks for oily skin. Use a light, ciruclar motion and massage it on your face. You should start noticing clearer, smoother skin with glow within just a few uses!
Reply:yeah it's good to use i used to use it too. I wouldnt use it over 3 times a week because it's an exfoliator and if you overuse exfoliator is makes your skin oily because it's stripping too much of your outerlayer off
Reply:the roughness is what will make your skin smooth. and i have the same thing. i think it works great for my skin but i don't rub hard. i just do light circles. also just do it 2-3 times a week.
Reply:it has to be kind of rough for it to work.

Looking for a machine to de-pit a prune or apricot. What's it called? Where can I find one? USA?

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Look in an antique store. There used to be a lot of them around. You could always try and old fashioned hardware store or farm supply.

Looking for a machine to de-pit a prune or apricot. What's it called? Where can I find one? USA?
depitter. you should be able toget one in either a cookery store or online.

Can apricot kernels cure cancer?

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I have read about Vitamin B17 amd wonder if there are people out there who have really cured cancer by eating 30 apricot seeds per day

Can apricot kernels cure cancer?
Consider this story.

Jason Vale was diagnosed with terminal cancer in 1988 at age 18. After a series of debilitating and ineffective chemotherapy treatments, Jason discovered a natural medical alternative: apricot seeds or vitamin B-17. Through a strict regimen of apricot seeds containing a high concentration of B-17, Jason's kidney tumor shrank. In his dealings with over 30,000 cancer patients, he has recorded thousands of other success stories.
Reply:I am really sorry for the ones that showed there brainless selves on here.I really hope the kernels help and I will say a prayer for you. Report It

Reply:Good luck, dude, but ... doctors are *NOT* part of a conspiracy to keep you ill and make you die early. Report It

Reply:yes.
Reply:Only if the cancer chokes on the kernels.
Reply:I am not for sure but yeah give it a try every little bit helps! Ya know. Hope it works out!
Reply:forget it mate its not gonna work and your gonna die of cancer .

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Whats the best name for a male apricot coloured poodle?

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its a male by the way

Whats the best name for a male apricot coloured poodle?
Molson Golden
Reply:How about apricot, or copper
Reply:Apro, Appi, Peach Puff, Mr. Peachy, Mr. Puffi, Apripuff, try to name him after a personality:) He like to play, name him something like Pluffi... Something that matches him:)
Reply:i always name a dog by it's personality not it's apparence.
Reply:Prince

Superstar

Lucky

Oscar

France
Reply:Apricot

Butterball

Peach

Curly

Battleship

Subsitutions for Apricot Nectar???

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I want to try a honey french dressing recipe, and it uses apricot nectar, and i was woundering what can i use inplace of the apricot nectar?

Subsitutions for Apricot Nectar???
peach or mango nectar would work ... or if you have canned fruit in heavy syrup, that syrup would work too
Reply:peach juice or mango juice would work
Reply:Peach or Mango juice is a good substitute here. Possibly even orange juice would be good.
Reply:Any heavy concentrate of juice like pear, pineapple, peach or mango.

Was Jason Vale wrongfully imprisoned for helping people treat thier cancer with apricot seeds?

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I don't know the case, but apricot seeds have a highly devastating affect against cancer. But, I would never throw away the baby with the bath water per SE. If he was convicted, it's most likely the patient had put all their eggs in one basket, so to speak. They should have used all that modern science has to offer, while still pursuing alternative medicines or treatments for cancer. Good luck...

Was Jason Vale wrongfully imprisoned for helping people treat thier cancer with apricot seeds?
Thanks, however you still didn't answer the question. the info on the case can be found at www.seedoffaith.com Report It

Reply:Go to www.GoXanthones.com and listen to the audio links on cancer by Dr. John Edwards. He has been using mangosteen juice as a supplement to treat some of his cancer patients with some great success.

You can get mangosteen juice by going to www.mangosteendiscovery.com and click on the product link. All natural, tatses great, no side effects. Fully patented.

Try it and see........it may work for you. Not a cure but some people have responded well to mangosteen.
Reply:Not according to the cuort conviened

Why don't they make apricot soda?

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Or red cherry soda? Or Pear soda? Or Blackberry soda? Or starfruit soda? Or Mango soda? Or.........? You get the idea.

Why don't they make apricot soda?
Dude, they already exist.

Well, the red cherry, mango, and blackberry does.
Reply:i think they do just not here

ppl tend to make what the majority will drink
Reply:Coke makes an apricot soda..you can get in in Japan!
Reply:Now that you mention it...!

Actually, my guess is because most of our sodas are based on fruit juice that we're used to: lemon and lime (as in lemonade and limeade), grape, and orange...

...No, that can't be it; if so, then where's the apple soda (ugh)? Or, the cranberry soda?

And, how to explain weird things like cola (very odd, when you think about it), root beer, or cream soda, or chocolate soda? ...There's still no excuse for Mountain Dew.

Well, you know what...? I'd like to try a blackberry soda!
Reply:Maybe 'cause it hasn't been suggested to the company yet; maybe take a poll, send signatures of people who would drink it to the manufacturer. ?? Um...I know there's cherry %26amp; I have had blackberry in faygo or some other more generic brand that some people don't normally use. I know a lof of 'em have vanilla flavor in them now. Good question.
Reply:Shasta makes all of those sodas.
Reply:i bet you could find them some where. i know pepsi and coke make cherry cola. there is a red cream soda that's yummy. the other ones are out there some where. just keep looking.the flavors sound a bit strange for sodas try juice instead. in the mean time try the ones i suggested to get you started.
Reply:Apricot soda would be nasty
Reply:in california they do. maybe it's just a california thing. I don't like 'em all that much. . .

I've seen red cherry, Pear, blackberry, mango

haven't seen starfruit
Reply:Have you ever heard of Jones Soda Company and Faygo in Detroit, Mi? They make weird stuff like that.

There is even Jolly Rancher and Bubble Yum Sodas now. You're just not looking in the right dirty little mom and pop gas stations in the hood.
Reply:Get that apricot juice in a can and add soda water.
Reply:um, fyi. they already do!!

peach ice tea, berry, all those and especially mango

duggghhh, can you imagine what pear soda EWW would taste like? its a good idea in theory, but

no one would buy it!
Reply:Look for Jones Soda. http://www.jonessoda.com/

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I just bought the Equate Apricot Scrub?

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I use St Ives Apricot Scrub. Anyone else feel it has been watered down? Can you suggest a good alternative?

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Ugh. No, putting sugar all over your face is a rediculous and bad idea, so ignore the answer above. It rubs your skin raw and then dries it out, usually causing a bad breakout.

Do you mean that you feel the scrub has been watered down recently? Or that it has always been thin? It's usually pretty highly recommended, but if they've changed their formula that could be the problem.

What you REALLY need is a good BHA exfoliator. It's a liquid that actually exfoliates the surface of the skin AND the insides of your pores, and does it in a way that is very gentle on the rest of your skin so that it doesn't trigger breakouts. (Everyone's skin is different, so that's not a guarantee, but I have very sensitive skin, and I've never had a problem with it.) It's a method that is recommended by skin care specialists and is considered vastly superior to surface scrubs. (Just a note of personal experience: My blackheads disappeared in a couple of days, and since my pores are now empty, they look like they are tighter. I tend to go based on the specialist evidence more, though.)

The most reasonably priced BHA I've found is Clearasil Acne Fighting Facial Moisturizers ($3.99), but there are many others including Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Defense Face Lotion ($7.99) and Paula’s Choice 2% Beta Hydroxy Acid Liquid ($15.95, but it can only be bought on the web, which means you have to pay for shipping). You'll notice that the Clearasil one is not only cheaper, but contains a lot more product, making it WAY cheaper in the long run.

Hope this helps!

I use St Ives Apricot Scrub. Anyone else feel it has been watered down? Can you suggest a good alternative?
before u ditch st ives try using it on dry skin if ur not already..that made a huge difference for me and im glad i didnt switch cuz its pretty cheap..most drugstores have a generic version but its more grainy so if thats what ur lookin for then maybe try that..of u can just add a handful of sugar to ur face wash..i know alot of people that swear by that..

actually sugar isnt bad for ur face as long as u rinse it off completely..i didnt think i had to specify that because its kinda common sense lol. ive never personally tried it but i know people who read it in glamour and cosmo and swear by it..the only stipulation is u have to be gentle with it so u dont scratch the bejesus outta ur face..sorry should have been more specific lol

Can a scrub(everyuth apricot srcub in particular) be used on a face with acne?

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I wouldn't recommend it. Don't use anything but really mild stuff on your face, and don't scrub.

Can a scrub(everyuth apricot srcub in particular) be used on a face with acne?
pls dont..i used that bef0re and cause my face even m0re red..that time i have acne...soo i dont recommend...u nd sth nt wont hurt ur skin..u can use dainty lavender mask to balance pH and reduce sensivity,u can buy frm sg website at 88db..umm i tht u can try using tea tree facial wash..it suits acne..
Reply:no idea
Reply:dont ever scrub a face which has acne
Reply:the best would be going to a beautician and let her evaluate your skin. she will be able to tell you which products are suitable for your skin type and condition.

i struggled with rather terrible acne in my senior year and went to a dermatologist. he put me on minerva (a hormone pill) which cleared up my skin and serves as a contraceptive.

but yes, i would lay off scrubbing for a while until you know what is best. and even if you're allowed to scrub, it should never be done more than twice a week as it will dry and most likely damage your skin.

good luck.
Reply:if there is minor acne then you can use

What hawain fruit has a yellow green rind and an apricot flesh and black seeds?

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A papaya. Chill it in the fridge overnight, the next morning cut it in half, scoop out and discard the black seeds, eat the flesh with a spoon. When you're done, eat the other half before someone else sees it!

What hawain fruit has a yellow green rind and an apricot flesh and black seeds?
btw, kiwi has greenish flesh Report It

Reply:Papaya
Reply:kiwi
Reply:papaya
Reply:Papaya.
Reply:papaya.
Reply:kiwi or papaya...
Reply:papaya
Reply:yea, it's papaya

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Jaffa Cakes - is the "jaffa" made from apricot or orange?

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orange

if you're curious about jaffa, visit:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jaffa_%28di...

Jaffa Cakes - is the "jaffa" made from apricot or orange?
Well being as "jaffa" is a variety of orange, I think that answers your question.
Reply:orange marmelade...
Reply:oranges
Reply:If people would actually READ what it says on Wikipedia, they would know that it is actually Apricot Jelly with only Tangerine Oil in Jaffa Cakes.

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Regular-sized Jaffa Cakes are circular, approximately 54 mm (2⅛ inches) in diameter, and 7 mm (¼ inch) in depth.

They comprise three layers:

A sponge base.

A layer of orange jelly of narrower diameter than the base, approximately 38 mm (1½ inch) in diameter. THE JELLY IS MERELY ORANGE COLOURED - IT IS IN FACT MADE OUT OF APRICOT JELLY AND ONLY CONTAINS TANGERINE OIL.

A layer of chocolate covering the jelly and the margin of the sponge.
Reply:Dude your question made me laugh, are you stoned and have the munchies or something? I would say orange??!!
Reply:orange
Reply:It's made from Jaffa Oranges
Reply:my dogs called Jaffa, thought people would like to know
Reply:Orange (jaffa is a variety of orange and the name used for a chocolate orange mixture)
Reply:It should normally be orange. Maybe you could check in the ingredients on the box if you're not sure.
Reply:mmmmmm the smashing orangy bit! Their slogan
Reply:Orange
Reply:Oranges....

full moon, half moon, total eclipse!!!
Reply:um i think pears.......orange of course
Reply:According to wikipedia: The jelly is merely orange coloured - it is in fact made out of Apricot Jelly and only contains Tangerine Oil
Reply:Orange, they do do a blackcurrant one too
Reply:orange, it is the brand of orange just like you can get granny smith apples etc

What is the best apricot scrub that i can buy?

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scrubs are not bull they scrub off dead skin cells that cause aging. I agree try the st. ives i personally have used it. they have it oil free, and it is inexpensive $3.00

What is the best apricot scrub that i can buy?
St. Ives. They have several types. And they now have a medicated face wash.
Reply:Apricot scrubs are bull, unless you want to smell like apricots. Zest soap (aqua) will clean your face without leaving any lotions or anything on it. Your face will actually be clean.
Reply:St. Ives. The and scrubs off the dead skin.
Reply:st ives is good...but dont use it everyday.once a week is good enough...

Can i use neutrogena wave & st ives apricot scrub at the same time?

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if it workd for your skin why not, the only thing is the experts tend to say dont mix products because it 'confuses' your skin, and too many chemicals could rid the natural oils resulting in even more blemishes and oil production etc

St ives apricot scrub blemish and black head control?

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how many times a week do i use it? i heard your not suppose to use it everyday...

St ives apricot scrub blemish and black head control?
i use it every time i shower.
Reply:Well I use it everyday. It works pretty well. I have pretty good and sensitive skin and it doesnt irritate it at all. So its fine to use it everyday.
Reply:twice a week.....if you use it everyday your skin drys out and looks wrinkly ! also after using it make sure to you moisturizer
Reply:once per week if you have sensitive skin. Wash it at bedtime, so the rest will rinse out at morning shower; if you get in your hairline.
Reply:You can use it every other day. St. Ives apricot blemish scrub works wonders. I personally use it every other day and my skin is very nice. I don't have to wear make-up because they're nothing to conceal.

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Will apricot pits sprout if planted?

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yes but they do have a dormant period which may not be worth waiting for . mark the pot heavily anbd offer periods of cold and drought.

x x x

Will apricot pits sprout if planted?
No
Reply:http://www.treehelp.com/howto/howto-prop... this site may help you

Apricot Slice?

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I would like to know of any apricot slice recipes containing golden syrup, condensed milk, apricot, butter/margarine, coconut and a little white chocolate drizzled over the top?

Apricot Slice?
Here's a couple of recipes I found that may be close to what you're looking for:

Apricot Slice by My Granny

4 ounces butter

1/2 (375 g) can sweetened condensed milk

3 ounces brown sugar

1/2 lb minced apricots

1 (375 g) packet wie biscuits, crushed

2 teaspoons coconut

Melt butter.

Add rest of ingredients.

Put in greased tin.

Sprinkle with coconut.

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Apricot and Coconut Slice

250 g plain sweet biscuits

1 cup dried apricots, finely chopped

1 1/2 cups desiccated coconut

395 g sweetened condensed milk

125 g butter

1 1/4 cups melted chocolate

100 g Copha

Mix all ingredients together except for melted chocolate.

Place mixture into a slice pan and refrigerate until set.

Pour melted chocolate over top.

Refrigerate until set.

Remove from pan and using a sharp knife cut into squares.
Reply:A Norwegian bundt cake called strondavas is the traditional way to use those ingredients. My great aunt always served it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Us kids went crazy over it.

Is there any where online to watch Electric Apricot quest for festeroo?

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Not yet, but it hits DVD next month.

Why is a cure for cancer (in apricot seeds) being hidden from Americans?

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Think of it from the standpoint of a business that is trying to make money... if everyone was cured, noone would need to buy these drugs that just give the "placebo effect".

However, i haven't heard of the apricot seed thing before, can you email me more information, and possibly a hyperlink about it? earldbjr@yahoo.com

Why is a cure for cancer (in apricot seeds) being hidden from Americans?
Here are some links with information about apricots and cancer. Also look up cure for cancer on youtube.com.

http://www.cancure.org/laetril...

www.worldwithoutcancer.com

http://www.1cure4cancer.com/

http://www.thecureforheartdise... Report It

Reply:Also look up peroxide and cancer cures. Report It

Reply:Because it isn't true.
Reply:Because diseases and illness of all types =equals= big profits for everyone. Everyone, from pharmaceuticals laboratories, to television advertising the drugs, to drug stores selling them, to doctor's prescribing them, to so called non-profit organizations collecting money for it, and the list goes on. It's a huge ring of people that wouldn't have jobs, otherwise.
Reply:This was popular many years ago, and Americans went to Mexico for treatment with the derivative from apricot seeds or peach pits.

It is bogus, it doesn't work. It took a lot of people's money and robbed them of proper medical treatment that might have helped them.

Please don't believe this!!!
Reply:Maybe because it's not proven. The Food %26amp; Drug Administration (FDA) regulates claims that are made about, well, food and drugs. They are pretty strict about claims made for cures, for the good of consumers.

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I had a recipe for an Apricot Whip Cake, iced in whipping cream. It had 12 egg whites in it. Recipe?????

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follow an angel cake recipe then fold in whipped cream and someapricot preserve bake same as angel cake

I had a recipe for an Apricot Whip Cake, iced in whipping cream. It had 12 egg whites in it. Recipe?????
I looked for this but there were too many possibilities.

How do you say peach and apricot in guatemala?

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Peach and Apricot

How do you say peach and apricot in guatemala?
Thanks to all who voted ! Report It

Reply:Peach: Melocoton

Apricot: Albaricoque

This is how you say it in Spanish, however I don't know if in Guatemala they have a special name for these fruits. But I think you will be fine with their reuglar Spanish names.
Reply:Do you mean how do you say peach and apricot in spanish? The answer is durazno y chabacano or albaricoque.
Reply:uh....they speak spanish in guatemala, so im guessing u would say peach and apricot in spanish =d
Reply:I´m from Guatemala

wanna help u is rigth

Peach is Durazno o Melocotón

Apricot is Albaricoque.

Damasco is in south america and chabacano in México.

Do you know

Lemon is not known in Guatemala or called "limón amarillo"

Lime is "LIMON" in spanish
Reply:melocotón =peach

damasco=apricot
Reply:I'll look it up
Reply:Peach = Melocoton or Durazno

Apricot = Albaricoque

If you take a black/silver female toy poodle and an apricot male...?

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what color would the puppies likely turn out???

If you take a black/silver female toy poodle and an apricot male...?
If you need to ask this question here, you don't know anywhere near enough to be breeding.

Black/Silver is NOT an acceptable color for poodles. NO good breeder would breed such a color.

Please go and do a lot of research before even considering breeding dogs.
Reply:Please don't breed dogs unless you are a professional breeder.

HSUS Pet Overpopulation Estimates

Number of cats and dogs entering shelters each year:

6-8 million (HSUS estimate)

Number of cats and dogs euthanized by shelters each year:

3-4 million (HSUS estimate)

Number of cats and dogs adopted from shelters each year:

3-4 million (HSUS estimate)

Number of cats and dogs reclaimed by owners from shelters each year:

Between 600,000 and 750,000 -- 30% of dogs and 2-5% of cats entering shelters (HSUS estimate)

Number of animal shelters in the United States:

Between 4,000 and 6,000 (HSUS estimate)

Percentage of dogs in shelters who are purebred:

25% (HSUS estimate)

Average number of litters a fertile cat can produce in one year: 3

Average number of kittens in a feline litter: 4-6

Average number of litters a fertile dog can produce in one year: 2

Average number of puppies in a canine litter: 6-10

Updated Oct. 12, 2006

Makes you want to cry, doesn't it?

Apricot planting?

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I just bought 3 apricots. What's the best way to grow the pit inside? Can you grow the tree indoors? Apricot tree facts?

Apricot planting?
Those seeds will probably not germinate with out going thorough a cold and moist time for about two months.

I think you can try and get it to germinate faster by sanding the seed first. "scarifying the seed".

You could plant it in a huge pot and grow it inside if you prune it. But that's a huge tree so it's not going to do very well in a small pot.

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Which is the best apricot scrub that i can buy in the market?

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St. Ives is all you're going to get here, unless someone's on crack. There are several different scrubs on the market. I had a great sugar scrub once. But if it's apricot you want, then you're after St. Ives.

Which is the best apricot scrub that i can buy in the market?
Try Bath %26amp; Body Works store.
Reply:St. Ives is the best I've ever used.
Reply:St IVes
Reply:St Ives is awesome!
Reply:St. Ives you find it in every CVS and Walgrees, possibly TARGET and Walmart.
Reply:St. Ives
Reply:You add sugar and apricot oil together. It is all natural, and is a really great exfolliator. I believe Operation Style has other in-home beauty regimens on their web site. Hope this helps. Happy Shopping!
Reply:I use St.Ive's lotions,apricot scrubs,and cleansers so I say St.Ive's.(*It is very inexpensive too!)

Does anyone know anbody who cured thier cancer with apricot seeds?

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Do you honestly think apricot seeds would cure cancer? If the cure were that simple, we would not be expending billions of dollars in research and manpower to fight this disease.

Apricot seeds may have their place in cancer prevention, but they certainly will not cure it.

Does anyone know anbody who cured thier cancer with apricot seeds?
I appreciate your open mindedness that the apricot seeds MAY PREVENT CANCER, people should smell the coffee...but not drink too much as they might toss and turn all through the work day! Report It

Reply:P.S. There may be no cure for Scurvy, however it was vitamin C that got rid of it....so why is it not possible that vitamin B17 could get rid of cancers? Think about that, but don't think too hard as you might get a brain aneurysm! Report It

Reply:Buy the way you should check out yahoo's Cancer Survivors B17 group sometime...it's listed as cureisthepits. Report It

Reply:Drug companies only bother to research things they can patent which doesn't include apricot seeds... Report It

Reply:I ate some apricot seeds once and got real sick. I would not recommend anyone to eat them even to cure cancer.
Reply:No
Reply:Yes. We use them. $40 dollars a pound. Take 4-10 a day as you can tolerate them. Too many will give you a headache.

We also use Graviola.
Reply:The Ultimate cure..... no more suffering.

How do you pronounce "Apricot" ?

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'ape-ricot' or 'ahpricot'?

How do you pronounce "Apricot" ?
Ape-ricot
Reply:It rather depends on which side of the Atlantic you are from. Here in the 'home' of the English language it is the former of your examples.
Reply:Lol...depends on where you are from....I have heard both:)
Reply:Ape - ricot is correct
Reply:ay-pree-cot

(Ay as in clAY)
Reply:aaaahhhhh-pricot!
Reply:ape-ricot
Reply:both ways. i know i am odd in the way i do it. If i am saying "I want an apricot", it usually comes out as ahpricot. If I am saying "I want to get some apricots", it is usually ape-ricot
Reply:ahp-ricot. I'm from Detroit, Michigan.
Reply:Neither (nee-ther). LOL

I pronounce it AP-ricot. Without the "h".
Reply:My God, you're ugly
Reply:Ap-ri-cot
Reply:Ey-pricot
Reply:if you go to the following website they will actually pronounce it outloud for you!

http://www.m-w.com/cgi-bin/dictionary?bo...

apricot

One entry found for apricot.

Main Entry: apri·cot

Pronunciation: 'a-pr%26amp;-"kät, 'A-

Function: noun

Usage: often attributive

Etymology: alteration of earlier abrecock, ultimately from Arabic al-birquq the apricot, ultimately from Latin (persicum) praecox, literally, early ripening (peach) -- more at PRECOCIOUS

1 a : the oval orange-colored fruit of a temperate-zone tree (Prunus armeniaca) resembling the related peach and plum in flavor b : a tree that bears apricots

2 : a variable color averaging a moderate orange

What is a jefferson apricot?

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Jefferson is not a variety of apricot, so perhaps it's slang for something else? See below for apricot varieties:

Apricot Varieties:

BLENHEIM A medium size, oval in shape, golden skin with red blush makes an attractive fruit for canning. It has a low chilling requirement. Sometimes homemakers can this variety with pit intact for extra flavor.

CHINESE An early bearing, heavy producing variety. Fruit is of good quality and medium in size with yellow to medium orange color. It is self-fruitful and will pollinize other apricot varieties. It is sometimes called "Sweet Pit" apricot.

GOLDCOT Selected by Michigan Experiment Station from thousands of field tests. Fruit is medium size or larger if thinned. Self-fruitful and consistently sets fruits heavily, requiring thinning. Fruit is nearly round, flesh medium orange and fine textured. Skin is moderately thick and tough. Suitable for fresh use, home processing and baby food processing.

HARGLOW Blooms 5 days later than other varieties. Harglow has a productive, self-fertile, compact, hardy tree and bud. Fruits are bright orange with no blush and very high quality. The tree and fruit are resistant to Bacterial Canker and Brown Rot. A very good dual-purpose variety for fresh or processing use.

PERFECTION One of the finest of the commercial apricot varieties. Flesh and skin are colored a bright yellow-orange. It bears moderately early and produces large fruit. It requires cross pollination and will not pollinize Goldrich.

RIVAL A vigorous and productive tree. Fruit is large, oval, with light orange skin and red blush. Flesh is bright orange color, firm, fine-textured with low acid and mild flavor. Rival requires cross pollination. Can be used as a pollinizer for Goldrich and Perfection

TILTON An excellent variety for drying and canning. Very productive. Fruit is medium to small in size. Fruit color is yellow with a red blush. It is self-fruitful and a good pollinizer for later blooming apricots.

WENATCHEE-MOORPARK Bears large size fruit. The fruit is a light yellow and is a good annual bearer. Good for drying and home canning. Self-fruitful, it is a good pollinizer for later blooming apricots.

GOLDSTRIKE (USPP#7035) See Picture. This variety is regular and productive bearer of large size, firm, orange flesh fruit. Goldstrike has excellent eating quality and can be shipped to distant markets and will pollinize Goldbar.

TOMCOT (USPP#7034) See Picture. Ripens about 16 days ahead of Wenatchee Moorpark. The skin color is light orange with traces of blush. The flesh is light orange and moderately juicy. Cross pollination suggested.

GOLDBAR (USPP#7045) Bears very large fruit of ex- cellent quality and flavor. Goldbar is well adapted to fresh markets due to its firmness, shelf life and dessert quality. The tree is very vigorous and requires cross pollination.

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I have some minor acne and i am using St. Ives Apricot scrub but i hear its not good, what should I use?

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I am looking for a good cleanser to clean my face, but i do have some acne, what products work well for this?

Thanks alot

I have some minor acne and i am using St. Ives Apricot scrub but i hear its not good, what should I use?
Pro Active
Reply:Check into nature's cure it's avaliable for both male and female. Can be bought almost anywhere.
Reply:If you’re looking for accurate acne information, best to see a dermatologist. Some people believe doctors are predisposed to take the easy way to deal with acne… prescription drugs. But, with many, this simplistic answer may not be the appropriate course of action. Some feel that such prescription drugs just treat the symposium and not the underlying cause. But, a local dermatologist is still your best starting point.

For me personally, I discovered a great informational acne treatment site. Not only is there good information/articles but I got their audio e-book and following it’s advice can now say that my acne is a thing of the past! Keep in mind, were all different and there are various types of acne, so what works for some may not be totally effective for all.

Bottom line, hang in there, you will get past this! Sincere best wishes and good luck.

Oh, by the way the site that helped me is:

http://www.acne-treatment-medicine-1.inf...
Reply:Try proactive!!! It really does work. You may want to check your local mall. Some of the center vender's may have it, and it's not really as expensive as it seems on TV. I use it religiously, and I'm almost 30. It works great.
Reply:u know i havent tried it because i dont really get acne but almost all my friends have and it actually works u know that pro active thing i think that is what its called it works and my friend said that if ur skin start peeling that u need sunscreen while using proactive
Reply:don't use a scrub, it will open up acne and leave scars. use clearsil cleanser and follow up with a acne fighting cream.
Reply:ok you need acnefree, they sell it at like target and walmart, its a 3 piece set so you use the cleanser, then tonber then lotion, but it works soooo good and is gentle even for those with little acne to big acne, its gentle and soft on your skin, ya dont use st. Ives its crap for like old ladies. but you should use acnefree and if you dont have the money then you could use neutrogena daily face wash, it doesnt work as good, but wait!!! use CLEARASIL ULTA- ACNE SCRUB!that works so good in like 3 days too!
Reply:Clearasal with micro beads, it doesnt have that harsh benzoil that dries out your face causing more oil to come out your pores.
Reply:I use St. Ives. I think it works really good. Maybe try a different kind of St. Ives, they have different kinds.
Reply:you should try neutragena
Reply:I suggest Clean %26amp; Clear Continuous Control Acne Cleanser. It's great for people with minor acne
Reply:I agree with the first person to answer your question... I have 3 kids all in there teens and twenties who use Proactive and love the product. It's a bit pricey, but worth it. Sometimes they have specials, where you can get the system for $19.99. However the size of the bottles are travel size. Most malls sell it also, but I would try on-line first. St. Ives Apricot is a good product, but I would think it would irritate acne.

Hope Pro Active works for you too!

P.S. A much easier/ cheaper solution is to drink lots and lots of water every day. Try 8 - 8oz glasses of water a day and see if that might help. It flushes your body of toxins. Try and stay away from greasy fatty foods also.
Reply:NO not st ives i tried that it sux!!!

use biore' strips for the face and the biore' mask.

You can go to bath %26amp; body works and get the face wash Pure Simplicity!! it works for me

I have some red patches n enlarged pores, can i use apricot scrub?

2010-05-22T04:01:00.000-07:00

n also plz temme how to minimize pores.thnx

I have some red patches n enlarged pores, can i use apricot scrub?
It's probably dry skin, and no a scrub isn't going to help. Get a good moisturizer. Probably one that a little oiley. Put it on and after a few day it'll be gone. But then for closing your pores I use Clean and Clear Gel Clinser. That should do it.
Reply:i love that stuff and it works great but only use it at night or you will have red skin the rest of the day. good luck

Does apricot baby oil grow your hair faster?

2010-05-20T07:29:00.002-07:00

i have burts bees apricot oil and a very bad hair cut i've heard coconut oil helps but I dont have it any more

Does apricot baby oil grow your hair faster?
No, do not use oil on your hair period. You can clog the openings of your hair follicles which will stun hair growth and even sometimes cause infection. Your scalp needs to breathe.
Reply:No I don't know where you heard that...
Reply:If you want to go the route of oiling try rosemary oil mixed with a little jojoba which won't clog the pores. Trust me, I practically shaved my head about a year ago and now its bra-strap length and I notice about an inch of growth about every five weeks.
Reply:check the links below for natural homemade beauty tips to:-- How can you get a faster hair growth

http://geebal.blogspot.com/2007/01/hair-...

How do you say "Apricot" in Spanish?

2010-05-20T07:29:00.001-07:00

albaricoque

How do you say "Apricot" in Spanish?
albaricoque
Reply:Nuex.
Reply:Chabacano
Reply:Why don't you try using Alta Vista Babel Fish? http://babel.altavista.com/

It translates things for you, very easy to use.

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Does St. Ives Apricot scrub work well with blackheads?

2010-05-20T07:29:00.000-07:00

I have bad blackheads... I heard that this scrub will work well to get rid of them. Have you had good results with it?

Does St. Ives Apricot scrub work well with blackheads?
Yes it is very good for blackheads and i'll tell you why, Apricots are full of antioxidants such as vitamin c, lycopene, and beta carotene. Apricot has been used for centuries on the face because of it's richness, and nourishment.

But I do agree with the girl under me(Burt's Bees user) if you have sensitive skin it may harm you because they use "lake 5" and all those chemicals. BUT the apricot itself does for sure work on skin and as I said before it has been used for centuries.
Reply:No, St. Ives Apricot Scrub does not work well with any type of skin. The exfoliant is actually crushed walnut shell, which have very jagged edges, and they microscopically tear away at your skin. It just makes your skin worse. It's not just the walnut shells that do it either, it's all of the extra chemicals in it. Sure, it has a lot of natural ingredients and salicylic acid, which helps acne, but it also has a ton of harmful chemicals in it which will just make your skin worse. If you want to use a scrub to help clear your skin, I suggest one from Burt's Bees. It's all-natural and safe, so it's way better for your skin. Try this one:

http://www.burtsbees.com/webapp/wcs/stor...
Reply:Blackheads are just pimples that are open and have oxidized.

Scrubbing helps to remove dirt and debris and exfoliates your skin. Apricot pits are very harsh.

Back in the day, when St Ives Apricot scrub first came around, I thought it was great. But after using it 3 times a week for about 4 weeks, my skin became very irritated, dry and flaky. Scrubbing with a harsh product also scrubs and scratches fresh, live skin cells. Not a good thing for your face or your looks. Thre trick is to deep clean and gently exfoliate.

I can recommend some products for you if you are interested. Email me for information.
Reply:I don't really have blackheads (I'm more of a pimple filled person) so I can't answer your question with experience but I heard that it works well for blackheads. DO NOT, I repeat DO NOT use it everyday, because it will just make you get acne scars.
Reply:i use it everyday and all of my blackheads have gone away. but im sure that everyones skin is differnt.
Reply:yes i used them and its good

The word apricot is derived from what phrase.?

2010-05-20T07:28:00.002-07:00

It's something like 'FIRST LIGHT".

The word apricot is derived from what phrase.?
Spanish albaricoque, ultimately from Arabic البرقوق, from Ancient Greek πραικόκιον, probably from Latin praecoquum, variant of praecox literally ‘early-ripe’

early ripe. i don't see anything about light...
Reply:precocious

"1551, abrecock, from Catalan abercoc, related to Port. albricoque, from Arabic al-birquq, through Byzantine Gk. berikokkia from L. (malum) præcoquum "early-ripening (fruit)" (see precocious). Form assimilated to Fr. abricot. The older L. name for it was prunum or malum Armeniacum, in ref. to supposed origin in Armenia. As a color name, first attested 1906".
Reply:All that's missing from !'s research report is the word "peach." What a rich cultural and linguistic heritage that succulent little morsel carries with it!

Can I use St. Ives apricot facial cleanser, then afterwards, use witch hazel?!?

2010-05-20T07:28:00.001-07:00

what will happen? i have oily skin and acne prone skin

Can I use St. Ives apricot facial cleanser, then afterwards, use witch hazel?!?
yes, just 1x a week
Reply:Witch Hazel can burn the skin, some more than others.

I have used the apricot facial scrub, and like it. You can also use the A/B Destroyer ( http://testitforfree.com ), it works really well on Acne.

good luck

www.testitforfree.com

Name for apricot English mastiff girl?

2010-05-20T07:28:00.000-07:00

I never thought I'd be here asking for help with a name, but I am stumped! I adopted an apricot mastiff today. Her name is Chelsea but that can't stick. My lab is Jackie and the names sound too alike. What do you suggest? Something easy, please...

Name for apricot English mastiff girl?
Molly

Twinky

Cindy

Sweety

Ava

Maddie

Abby

Diva

Queeny

Angel

Heather

Missy

Tina

Gracie

Tami

Olga

Dolly

I'm sorry that was all the names i could think of. Hope i helped. Good luck with naming her. Chelsea is kind of a dumb name for a dog.
Reply:I actually really like Chelsea, and I don't think they are to simialar at all. I'd keep it, but that's just me.
Reply:apricot ,cottie,cottier,prica,nova,jocky,may,zea...
Reply:Here is a link with dog names.

http://www.terrificpets.com/dog_names/do...
Reply:Congratulations!! I have a dogs named Ava and Molly. I like names that are also people names. It sounds like you are giving them a little respect. Good Luck!!!!!
Reply:You can go to www.puppy-names.com to search for names. I think that would help more than any list of names i could give you.

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