FRUIT SAUCE FOR HAM 
1 (9 oz.) can pineapple tidbits (1 c.)
1 (9 oz.) can apricot halves (1 c.)
3 inches stick cinnamon
12 whole cloves
2 tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. cornstarch
1/2 c. seedless raisins

Drain pineapple and apricots (reserve syrups). Cut apricots in quarters. Combine syrups and spices. Cover and simmer 5 minutes. Remove spices. Thoroughly combine sugar and cornstarch; stir in small amount of hot syrup, mixing well. Return to hot mixture.

Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and comes to boiling. Add apricots, pineapple, and raisins; continue cooking 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. If desired, may add 1 tablespoon cooking sherry. Serve warm with ham. Makes 1 3/4 cups.

 

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