Apricot Almond Chewies

4 c Dried apricots

About 1 lb chopped fine 2 c Slivered almonds; toast

4 c Flaked coconut -or-

Macaroon crumbs 1 cn Sweetened condensed milk

Almonds (opt) In large bowl, combine all ingredients except whole almonds. Chill 2 hours. Shape into 1" balls. Top each with whole almond if desired. Store tightly covered in refrigerator. -----