1 c. dried apricots
2 tbsp. soft butter
1/4 c. water
2 c. sifted flour
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1/2 c. orange juice
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. walnuts, chopped (I use black walnuts)

Soak 1 cup dried apricots (chopped) for 30 minutes in warm water, covered. Mix 1 cup sugar, 1 egg and 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in 1/4 cup water and 1/2 cup orange juice. Sift together and stir in 2 cups flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda and 1 teaspoon salt. Blend in 1/2 cup nuts and apricots.

Put in bread tin. Let stand 20 minutes (very important). Bake at 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes.