Apricot-Cherry Bars

What sort of sweet treats do you want to share with your loved ones. I’m happy, as part of Kathey Jo’s Kitchen, to share these delicious recipes with you and yours. My husband Rob loves these apricot cherry bars, and they’ve become family favorites in recent years. Chances are you’re looking for something new to feed your family to indulge their sweet tooth. If you want to combine the delicious tastes of many desirable sweet flavors, you’ve come to the right place!

Odds are you love the taste of yellow cake and the sweet fruity flavor of apricots...

Did you know that In Latin, apricot means precious? It was discovered about 4,000 years ago in China, introduced to the United States in the 18th century. It quickly became a popular crop in California who were introduced to it by Spanish explorers. Farmers in California produce more than 95 percent of the apricots grown in the United States.

When buying apricots, choose an apricot that’s plump and that responds to the slight pressure of your thumb. It should be slightly soft. Do you want to try a tasty dish that incorporate apricots easily? Dinner doesn’t get much easier than this one-pan dish. The secret is jarred apricot preserves.

Kathey Jo’s Kitchen has discovered that the preserves balance the sage and mustard in the sauce. Plus, it gives everything a glossy coat...