Apricot and Almond Fruit Newts

Cookie Dough

• Dough for Fig and Raisin Fruit Newts

1. Make the cookie dough and chill it as directed in steps 1 and 2 of the recipe for Fig and Raisin Fruit Newts.
2. Make the filling: In a saucepan, combine the dried apricots, water, and lemon rind. Let them stand for 20 minutes. Set the pan over medium heat, bring the fruit to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, until most of the water has