Best Clay Aikens Favorite Pineapple Salad Recipes

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APPLE PINEAPPLE SALAD



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"I came up with the recipe for this fun fruit salad several years ago," shares Jessie Craven of Odessa, Missouri. "It's a refreshing change of pace for me and my husband, who's diabetic.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1/4 cup reduced-fat margarine
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Artificial sweetener equivalent to 2 tablespoons sugar
3 cups chopped apples
2 cups green grapes
2 teaspoon poppy seeds
3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple juice into a saucepan. Add margarine and lemon juice; cook over medium heat until margarine is melted. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into juice mixture. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat; add sweetener. Cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. In a large bowl, combine pineapple, apples, grapes and poppy seeds. Add the dressing; toss to coat Cover and chill for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, gently toss in pecans.

Nutrition Facts :

HOT PINEAPPLE SALAD



Hot Pineapple Salad image

This is a great addition to any summer get-together! I got this recipe after watching Martha Stewart. It was a recipe from one of her guests, Clay Aiken from "American Idol." It is really a tasty dish!

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Pineapple

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks in juice
1 cup sugar
6 tablespoons self-rising flour
2 cups medium sharp cheddar, grated
32 Ritz crackers, crushed (1 sleeve)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a medium bowl, combine pineapple, sugar, flour and cheese.
  • Transfer to an 8-by-8-inch, 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
  • Top with crushed crackers and drizzle with melted butter.
  • Bake for 35 minutes.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

CLAY AIKEN'S FAVORITE - PINEAPPLE SALAD



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I saw Clay Aitken on martha Stewart and he gave this recipe as his favorite - I tried it and I can see why he calls it his favorite - mmmmm good!!

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ritz cracker, crushed (1 roll)
1 cup sugar
2 (14 ounce) cans pineapple tidbits, with juice
2 cups chedddar cheese, shredded
6 tablespoons self-rising flour
1/2 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Mix together crackers, sugar, pineapple, cheddar cheese, and flour.
  • Put in 9x13 bakng dish. put more curshed crackers on top and the melted butter.
  • Bake in 350F oven for 35-40 minutes.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.8, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 15.5, Cholesterol 64.8, Sodium 595.9, Carbohydrate 60.7, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 47.3, Protein 9.1

HOT PINEAPPLE SALAD



Hot Pineapple Salad image

This delicious recipe is courtesy of Clay Aiken, from "American Idol." It will definitely be a great addition to any summer get-together!

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

One 20-ounce can pineapple tidbits with juice
1 cup sugar
6 tablespoons self-rising flour
2 cups grated medium-sharp cheddar cheese
1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, combine pineapple, sugar, flour, and cheese. Transfer to an 8-by-8-inch, 1 1/2 quart baking dish. Top with crushed crackers and drizzle with melted butter. Bake for 35 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

CREAMY PINEAPPLE FLUFF SALAD



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Guests of all ages will gravitate to this traditional "fluff" salad, chock-full of pineapple, marshmallows and cherry bits. -Janice Hensley, Owingsville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 cans (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
1-1/2 cups multicolored miniature marshmallows, divided
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/3 cup maraschino cherries, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, milk and lemon juice until smooth. Add pineapple and 1 cup marshmallows; fold in whipped topping. Sprinkle with the nuts, cherries and remaining marshmallows. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PINEAPPLE SALAD



Pineapple Salad image

This refreshing salad has a mildly tangy dressing that would complement most any entree. After enjoying a similar salad at a restaurant, I tried to re-create it at home. Adding sliced grilled chicken makes it a meal in itself.-Vickie Madrigal, Shreveport, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
6 cups torn romaine
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Cut slices in half; set aside. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, honey, vinegar, soy sauce and reserved pineapple juice; shake well. , Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Combine the romaine, onion slices and pineapple slices in a serving dish. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 59mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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