Broiled Spiced Apricots with Ginger Whipped Cream

Name: Broiled Spiced Apricots with Ginger Whipped Cream
Yield: serves 4
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon granulated sugar; 8 apricots (about 1 pound), halved and pitted; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into small pieces; 4 teaspoons light-brown sugar; 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom

December 22, 2011

Broiling the apricots with a touch of brown sugar draws out their sweetness. Look for apricots that are deep orange, fairly plump, and soft enough to yield to gentle pressure (avoid any that are bruised, mushy, or shriveled).

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