Chocolate Dipped California Apricots

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1  1/2 tablespoons brandy (optional)
1 package (6oz.) California dried apricots

Makes About 40

Combine chocolate and brandy in top of double boiler and heat until melted and smooth.

Dip half of each apricot into chocolate mixture and place on wax paper lined pan.  Refrigerate one to two hours until chocolate is firm.  Keep in a cool place.