Apricots with Saffron, Yogurt Cream, and Pistachios Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar, plus more to taste
• 8 ounces dried apricots
• Pinch of saffron threads
• Pinch of salt
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup whole milk Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup pistachios, toasted
• 1/4 cup coconut flakes, toasted

Directions:

1. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water and 1/4 cup sugar over medium heat. Bring to simmer and stir to dissolve sugar. Add apricots, saffron, and salt. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer gently 5 minutes or until apricots are soft. Cool in liquid. Can be served warm or chilled. If made ahead, chill apricots in syrup.
2. Just before serving, whip cream in a small bowl until soft peaks form. Beat in powdered sugar and continue beating to firm peaks. Fold in yogurt.
3. To serve, spoon apricots and a little syrup into small bowls. Top with a spoonful of cream. Sprinkle with nuts and coconut.