FRUITY AND FROSTY ACINI DI PEPE

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This unusual Italian dessert salad uses acini di pepe-27 pasta, which are small and go well with the completed dish.

Provided by Holly

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Pasta

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup acini di pepe pasta
2 eggs
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon butter
¼ teaspoon salt
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained and halved
1 cup canned grapes
2 cups miniature marshmallows
2 ½ cups heavy whipping cream, whipped
¼ cup maraschino cherries, minced

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions; drain and reserve.
  • In a small saucepan, beat eggs with a wire whisk until foamy. Stir in reserved pineapple juice, lemon juice, sugar, butter and salt.
  • Cook mixture over low heat until thickened and coats the spoon; stir constantly for 2 minutes and cool to room temperature.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, pineapple, oranges, grapes and marshmallows; mix well. Fold in egg mixture and whipped cream; cover and chill.
  • When chilled, stir mixture and garnish with cherries; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.1 calories, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 81.2 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 105.6 mg, Sugar 26.6 g

Tawhidul Ialam
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This was a delicious and refreshing salad that was perfect for a summer party.


Md Tamjid
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's a unique and flavorful salad that I'm sure to make again and again.


Md sahil
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables.


Nakijjo Mwamin
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was a unique and refreshing salad that I will definitely be making again.


STEVEN SAMSON
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I found this salad to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more salt and pepper.


Estrella Soto
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This was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just because I'm not a big fan of watermelon.


Asmit bhagoriya
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new and exciting summer salad.


Saaf Nafis
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This salad is perfect for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are all so bright and cheerful.


Kuriman Vendevel
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This was a great way to use up some leftover watermelon.


Shinlat Lucy
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I'm not a big fan of watermelon, but I really enjoyed this salad. The other ingredients really complemented the watermelon and made it a refreshing and flavorful dish.


mikoy delrosario
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The flavors in this dish were amazing! The sweetness of the watermelon, the saltiness of the feta, and the freshness of the mint and lime were all perfectly balanced.


Jerry Lair
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This was really easy to make and turned out great!


Maria Buban
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I made this for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and said they would definitely be making it again.


Kidus Abebe
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This was a delicious and refreshing summer salad! The watermelon and feta were a perfect combination, and the mint and lime added a nice brightness. I will definitely be making this again!