Jeweled Fruit Salad
Regarding Thanksgiving, the table is a canvas for various flavors and dishes that bring families together. Today, I'm excited to share a cherished recipe that has been a staple on our Thanksgiving table for years – Grandma Carroll's Jeweled Fruit Salad. This delightful creation is a testament to the heartwarming tradition of sharing food made with love.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
- 4 apples, any kind (diced)
- 1 (15oz) can mandarin oranges (drained)
- 1 (20oz) can pineapple tidbits (drained)
- 2 bananas (sliced)
- maraschino cherries (diced)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine the pineapple juice and cornstarch. Place it on the stove and bring it to a gentle boil. Let it boil for about 1 minute, stirring constantly. Once done, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool completely. This step can be done a day before to save time on the big day. Store the mixture in the fridge until you're ready to use it.
- Combine the diced pineapple, mandarin oranges, diced apples, and maraschino cherries in a bowl. Mix these fruits to create a colorful and enticing base for your salad.
- Add the heavy whipping cream to the cooled pineapple cornstarch mixture. Stir until the ingredients come together to form a smooth and creamy sauce. This sauce adds a luscious texture and delightful richness to the fruit salad.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the fruit mixture. Gently toss the fruits in the sauce, ensuring every piece is coated with the deliciousness. The vibrant colors and inviting aroma will tingle your taste buds with anticipation.
- Right before serving, add the sliced bananas to the mix. Their natural sweetness and texture are the perfect finishing touch to this Thanksgiving masterpiece.