Apricot Squares - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 c. dried apricots
1 3/4 c. sugar, divided
1/4 c. water
2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
3/4 c. margarine
1 1/2 c. flaked coconut
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Preparation

Cook and drain apricots.
Combine with 3/4 cup sugar and water; cook about 5 minutes, stirring, until slightly thickened. Set aside.