Pan-Fried Apricot & Butter 'Toast'

• 🥄2 fresh apricots≈ $1.60
• 🧈2 tbsp butter≈ $0.65
• 🍞2 slices of bread (missing)≈ $0.55missing
• 🍯1 tbsp sugar (for caramelizing, optional)≈ $0.10

Prices are rough US grocery estimates per ingredient and may vary by store and season.

1. 1

   Halve and pit the apricots. If desired, slice them into smaller wedges.

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2. 2

   Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a non-stick pan over medium heat.

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3. 3

   Add the apricot pieces to the pan. Cook for 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until slightly softened and caramelized. If using sugar, sprinkle it over the apricots now and cook until melted and syrupy.

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4. 4

   Remove apricots from the pan and set aside.

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5. 5

   Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in the same pan. Place the bread slices in the pan and toast them until golden brown on both sides. (Alternatively, you can toast the bread in a toaster first and then butter it lightly).

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6. 6

   Place the toasted bread on plates and top generously with the pan-fried apricots. Serve warm.

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