Apricots

Apricots

  • Ripen at 65 to 70 degrees F/17 to 21 degrees C away from direct sunlight.
  • Refrigerate unwashed and covered for up to one week.
  • For immediate use of fresh apricots, choose those that are firm in texture with a beautiful blush.
  • To ripen immature apricots, place them in a brown paper bag and fold closed.
  • To prepare apricots, rinse the fruit and cut lengthwise around the pit. Gently twist to separate the halves.

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