Apricot Sunburst

Name: Apricot Sunburst
Yield: Serves 8
Ingredients: 1 pound dried apricots; 1/2 cup sugar, plus more for sprinkling; 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice; 1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest; Pinch salt; 1/2 cup shelled unsalted pistachio nuts, chopped; 1/2 cup caramelized pecans; 1/2 cup chopped red glazed cherries (available in supermarkets); 5 large egg whites, at room temperature; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons water; 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh mint leaves; About 3 cups cut-up fresh fruit (bite-size pieces)

By Roland Messier

May 20, 2005

Like the Dried Pear Soufflé, this dessert relies on dried fruit rather than a lot of fat for richness. The glazed cherries add color; dried cherries may be substituted if you like. Any fresh fruit in season can be used to garnish the dessert.

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