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Preheat oven to 350°.
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Cut apricots in into small pieces.
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Combine with water in medium saucepan.
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Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
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While the apricots are simmering, mix flour, butter and 1/2 cup brown sugar.
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Press crumb mixture into greased 11x7 or 9x9 pan.
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Bake for 20 minutes.
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Mix remaining cup brown sugar, cornstarch and salt.
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Stir into apricot mixture (do NOT drain apricot mixture) and cook until thickened, stirring constantly.
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Remove from heat.
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Stir in remaining ingredients, reserving a small amount of coconut (approx. 1/4 cup) to place on top of bars.
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Spread mixture over baked crust and sprinkle top with reserved coconut.
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Bake at 350° for 25 minutes.
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Let cool before slicing.
