Apricot Party Fruit Dip

Ingredients

 * 1/2 	cup  	has-ingredient::dried apricots
 * 1 	cup 	has-ingredient::water
 * 1 	tbsp 	has-ingredient::sugar
 * 3 	oz 	has-ingredient::cream cheese
 * 1/2 	cup 	has-ingredient::sour cream
 * 1/8 	tsp 	has-ingredient::nutmeg
 * 1 	each 	has-ingredient::apple
 * 1 	each 	has-ingredient::pear
 * 8 	oz 	has-ingredient::canned pineapple chunks
 * 12 	each 	has-ingredient::strawberry
 * 36 	each 	frilled toothpicks

Directions

 * 1) Combine apricots and water in a small saucepan, over a medium flame.
 * 2) Bring to the boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, until tender.
 * 3) Drain, reserving ¼ cup liquid.
 * 4) Combine apricots, reserved liquid, and Sugar in a food processor.
 * 5) Process until smooth.
 * 6) Add cream cheese, sour cream, and nutmeg.
 * 7) Again process until smooth.
 * 8) Cover and chill for 60-90 minutes.
 * 9) Skewer assorted fruits and chunks with toothpicks.
 * 10) Arrange onto a serving platter.
 * 11) Serve dip chilled or at room temperature.