4 (1 lb. 14 oz.) cans peaches (or apricots), drained
3-4 c. sugar
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves

Drain fruit; puree fruits using blender or food strainer. Pour into crock pot. Add remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on High 8-10 hours. Remove cover during last half of cooking. Stir occasionally.

Variation: Fresh Peach or Apricot Butter: Wash, peel, pit and cook fruit until soft. Add sugar when cooked (using 1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar to each cup of fruit). Add spices and cook as directed above.