Summertime or Anytime Fruit Salad

This yummy and refreshing salad goes well with a breakfast or brunch. It is also a big hit at pot lucks! Most of the preparation is done the day before serving.

PINEAPPLE CREAM CHEESE DRESSING

- 1/3 c sugar

- 4 tsp cornstarch

- 1/4 tsp salt

- 1 c pineapple juice

- 1/4 c orange juice

- 2 Tbsp lemon juice

- 2 eggs, lightly beaten

- 2 pkg (3oz. each) cream cheese, softened

           

SALAD

- 2 c fresh strawberries, sliced

- 2 c pineapple tidbits

- 1 1/2 c seedless green or red grapes, halved

- 1 1/2 c peaches or nectarines, diced

- 1 c fresh blueberries or raspberries

- 1/4 c sugar

- leaf lettuce, optional

1.   DAY BEFORE SERVING

2.   In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Stir in the juices until smooth.

3.   Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat.

4.   Stir a small amount into the eggs; return all to the pan, stirring constantly.

5.   Cook and stir until mixture reaches 160 degrees and is thickened. Remove from heat and cool slightly.

6.   In a small mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add juice mixture; mix well. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

7.   In a large bowl, combine the fruit. Sprinkle with sugar; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

8.   JUST BEFORE SERVING

9.   Before serving, combine dressing and fruit and toss lightly. Can garnish bowl by lining it with lettuce.