Khosaaf (Marinated Dried Fruits and Nuts)

Ingredients 1 cup chopped dried apricot leather (Qamar El Din). 3 cups hot water 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup dried figs, quartered 1/2 cup dried apricots, quartered 1/2 cup pitted dried prunes, quartered 1/2 cup dates, halved 1/4 cup almonds, blanched 2 Tbsp. rose water 2 Tbsp. shredded coconut In a large bowl, combine apricot leather, hot water, and sugar. Let soak for 1 hour until softened. Blend in an electric blender until smooth. -Wash the dried fruits and pat dry. Place dried fruits in a large glass bowl. Add almonds and rose water. Pour enough dried apricot juice over top to cover fruits, stirring in more sugar for sweeter flavor. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours to blend the flavors. -Transfer fruit mixture to a punch bowl. Garnish with coconut and pine nuts (if using) and serve cold. -You can add or substitute any dried fruits and nuts with your favorites. -You can substitute dried apricot juice with water and sugar, or use orange or apricot juice.