1 c. dried apricots, cut into pieces with kitchen she
2 1/2 c. water
3 tbsp. tapioca
1/4 c. sugar
1 (12 oz.) can apricot nectar
1 sm. can crushed pineapple
1 lg. can (or 1 qt. home canned) peaches
2 tbsp. lemon juice
2-3 sliced ripe bananas

(Whizzed in blender or cut into small pieces with juice).

Combine apricots and water. Cook until tender, then add tapioca (into boiling mixture). Stir constantly and cook until clear. Add 1/4 cup sugar. Remove from heat and add other ingredients except bananas. Can serve warm or chilled. When ready to serve, top with sliced bananas. Milk or Half and Half is also delicious - served on top of soup.