Apricotina

Ingredients

 * 1 cup (packed) dried apricots, minced
 * 2 tbs water
 * ½ cup sugar
 * ¼ stick butter
 * 1 tbs. orange flower water
 * 1 cup chopped, shelled pistachios (unsalted)

Directions

 * 1) In heavy medium saucepan, combine apricots, water, sugar, butter and orange flower water.
 * 2) Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until mixture becomes a thick purée, 15 to 20 minutes.
 * 3) Remove from heat and beat until smooth.
 * 4) Transfer mixture to a plate and spread into an even circle.
 * 5) Allow to cool.
 * 6) Divide mixture into 24 equal pieces and roll each into a ball.
 * 7) Coat with chopped nuts and place in small petit four papers if desired.
 * 8) Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.