My nana made this every year but I kept forgetting to write it down. So glad I found something that comes close to hers!
One meal that captures the warmth and fond memories of family reunions is Nana’s Frozen Fruit Salad. This salad first appeared on tables during the hot summer months or as a cool dessert during joyous holiday feasts, when frozen fruit treats were all the rage. Its quirky crunch of nuts and sweet and creamy textures make it a perennial favorite. This recipe has been a mainstay at picnics and potlucks for years, and for good reason: it’s easy to make adjustments to to suit different tastes and needs. In addition to being a tasty dessert, making this frozen delicacy could spark nostalgic conversations about simpler times, perfect for enjoying at your contemporary dining table.
The Frozen Fruit Salad from Nana is delicious on its own or as a side dish. Serve it with some savory quiche and some flaky pastries for a brunch buffet. The fruity flavors go nicely with a variety of grilled meats or sandwiches when served during a picnic. Think about topping your frozen salad with whipped cream for extra richness or serving warm, freshly baked cookies as a contrast for dessert.
One 8-oz tub of softened cream cheese and one cup of heavy cream, beaten to soft peaks, are the ingredients.
– 3/4 cup of sugar, granulated
– One 20-oz can of pineapple chunks, carefully drained
– 1 can of drained mandarin oranges – 1 10-oz bag of frozen raspberries or strawberries, gently thawed and diced
– Twenty-five milliliters of pecans, chopped
– Sliced bananas (two) – Half a cup of maraschino cherries – Juice from one lemon
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