Instructions: Place undrained apricots in a blender container or food processor bowl.

Cover; blend or process till smooth. Pour pureed apricots into a small saucepan. Add brown sugar, lemon peel, lemon juice, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Cook and stir over medium heat till mixture is thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir 2 minutes more. Remove from heat and cool thoroughly.

Remove stick cinnamon. Store any leftover sauce in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Makes about 1 cup.

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