1 c. ground dried apricots
1 c. sugar
2 tbsp. shortening
1 egg
1/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. orange juice
2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. chopped nuts

Soak dried apricots 20 minutes. Meanwhile, cream together 1 cup sugar, shortening and egg. Stir in 1/4 cup sugar and orange juice. Add dry ingredients. Blend well. Drain apricots. Stir apricots and nuts into batter. Bake in greased and floured pan at 350 degrees for 65 minutes.