Blandad Fruktsoppa (Swedish Fruit Soup)

Ingredients

• 1 package (11-ounce) mixed dried fruits (1¾ cups)
• ½ cup golden seedless raisins
• Cinnamon sticks, 3 to 4 inches long
• 4 cups water
• 1 medium orange cut in ¼-inch slices
• 2¼ cups unsweetened pineapple juice
• ½ cup currant jelly
• ¼ cup sugar
• 2 Tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Procedure

1. Combine mixed dried fruits, raisins, cinnamon, and water in a large pot.
2. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered until fruits are tender, about 30 minutes.
3. Add the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil again and cover, cooking over low heat 15 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Serve warm or chilled.

Makes 8 to 10 servings.

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