Prune Filling

1 pound pitted dry prunes, cooked
1 cup liquid from cooked prunes
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Cover prunes with cold water; stir in sugar, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook slowly, stirring constantly until smooth and thick. Remove from heat and add lemon juice, grated rind and cinnamon. Apricots may be used in place of prunes.

Makes enough filling for 3 dozen kolaches.