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NOTE:.
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If apricots are whole, cut them horizontally to make 2 flat halves.
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Soak apricots in warm water 2 hours to soften. Drain.
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Combine sugar, 1 cup water and lemon half.
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Boil until syrupy, 225-230 F on candy thermometer.
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Add apricots and simmer 5 minutes.
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Remove from heat and allow to cool.
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Whip cream until stiff.
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Fold 1 cup almonds into cream.
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Arrange apricot halves in single layer, inner side up.
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Dollop cream mixture onto 50 percent of apricot halves.
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Cover with other 50 percent, like sandwich.
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Sprinkle remaining almonds and pistachios over tops.