Ensalada de Frutas para Acción de Gracias

Ingredientes

• 3 tablespoons pineapple juice (from the can of Dole Pineapple Chunks)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 3 egg yolks
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 20 oz pineapple tidbits (drained (save 3 tablespoons for the pineapple custard))
• 1 cup jarred cherries (drained (not cherry pie filling or topping))
• 15 oz mandarin oranges (drained)
• 1 cup grapes
• 2 cups marshmallows (mini or large (halved if using large))
• 1 cup whipped cream (beat into firm peaks)
• 2 bananas (sliced)
• 1 green apple (diced)

Preparación

1. 1

   --- For the Pineapple Custard: ---

2. 2

   In the bowl of a double boiler, combine the pineapple juice, lemon juice, sugar, egg yolks, cornstarch and butter.

3. 3

   Set over a double boiler and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a wooden spoon. This usually takes 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and let cool before adding to the fruit salad.

4. 4

   --- For the Fruit Salad: ---

5. 5

   Combine all ingredients except the whipped cream, bananas, and apples. Fold in the cooled pineapple custard and whipped cream.

6. 6

   Refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours. Add the sliced bananas and apples just before serving. Enjoy!