Orange Apricot Balls

    1/3 c  Finely chopped dried
           -apricots
      3 tb Grand Marnier
           -(orange-flavored liqueur)
      2 c  Ground vanilla wafers
    1/2 c  Plus 2 T confectioner's
           -sugar
    1/4 c  Finely choped slivered
           -almonds, toasted
      2 tb Frozen orange juice
           -concentrate, thawed

Combine apricots and Grand Marnier in small bowl, let stand at least 1 hour to soften. In medium bowl, combine vanilla wafers, 1/2 c confectioner's sugar and almonds. Stir in apricots with liquid and orange juice concentrate. Blend well. Form 1-inch balls. Roll balls in 2 T confectioner's sugar. Place in airtight container for at least 2 days for flavors to develop; refrigerate for longer storage. If desired, roll in additional confectioner's sugar before serving. Orange-apricot balls will keep for several weeks in the refrigerator. Allow to come to room temperature before serving. Makes 25.


Yield: 25 Servings