Sweet pickled apricots

• 2 lb (900 g) fresh ripe apricots
• 1 lb (450

Remove the stalks from the apricots. Cut in half following the line of the fruit, twist to separate and remove stones. Put the sugar and vinegar into a preserving pan and stir over low heat until the sugar has dissolved. Add the cloves and allspice to the pan along with the cinnamon and prepared apricots.

Simmer gently for 10–20 minutes until fruit is tender. Draw off the heat and, usin