APRICOT CHEESE DELIGHT (ORANGE SALAD)

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I have been eating this since childhood and love it! "Cooking time" includes chilling time and is estimated. I normally make this the day before I need it.

Provided by South Carolina Girl

Categories     Fruit

Time 4h25m

Yield 12 , 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

15 ounces canned apricots, chopped with juice
20 ounces crushed canned pineapple
6 ounces orange Jello gelatin
2 cups hot water
1 cup mini marshmallows
1/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons flour
1 egg, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons butter
8 ounces Cool Whip
3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple and save the juice for topping.
  • Dissolve Jello in the 2 cups of hot water.
  • Fold in apricots (with juice), drained pineapple, and marshmallows. Chill until firm.
  • To make the topping, combine sugar and flour in a saucepan.
  • Blend in egg and butter.
  • Add pineapple juice, and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
  • Cool thoroughly.
  • Fold in whipped cream, and spread topping over congealed salad.
  • Sprinkle with grated cheese, and chill.

Fazeela Kashif
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up ripe apricots.


cajethan ogbuka
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This was a delicious and easy dessert to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Houston Taylor
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my dish turned out really dry. I think I may have overcooked it.


Yusra khan
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This is a great recipe for a light and refreshing dessert.


David McClain
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I love the combination of apricots and oranges in this dish. It's a perfect summer dessert.


Chaudandigadhi Online
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This is a beautiful and delicious dessert. I will definitely be making it again.


syed muzafar abbas
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I'm allergic to oranges, so I substituted grapefruit in this recipe. It turned out great!


Icyss Bracewell
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This was a great dessert to make with my kids. They loved helping me cut the fruit and stir the batter.


Parker Searcy
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This was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Akbar Mikrani
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I'm not a big fan of apricots, but I really enjoyed this dish. The cheese and orange balance out the sweetness of the apricots perfectly.


Vantazia Paglinawan
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This is a great recipe for using up ripe apricots. The cheese and orange add a nice touch of sweetness and tanginess.


Edward Gonzales
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I made this for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the sweet and tangy flavors.


Selai Tadrau
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This was a delicious and easy dessert to make. I used fresh apricots and oranges, and the combination of flavors was perfect.