ACINI DI PEPE

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This recipe was prepared by Peggy Mintus for the Tea Party celebration of the Curious Cuisiners November 2015 meeting. Peggy notes "This is not tapioca!" Recipe is from a good Italian friend.

Provided by shecooks curiouscooks

Categories     Fruit Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can(s) (16oz) mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 lb acini noodles=1-1/4 cups
1/2 c salad oil
1 can(s) (16oz) chunk pineapple (save juice)
1 can(s) (16oz) crushed pineapple (save juice)
1 c sugar
2 Tbsp flour
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs, beaten
1 tsp lemon juice
1 oz (13) container of cool whip

Steps:

  • 1. Cook the pasta until firm, not mushy. Drain, place in a bowl. Add oil.
  • 2. Put 1-3/4 cup pineapple juice in a saucepan. Add the sugar, flour, salt and beaten eggs. Cook until thickened.
  • 3. Add the lemon juice and cook a bit more. Add this mixture to the pasta, stir in the mandarin oranges, pineapple and cool whip.
  • 4. Cover and refrigerate for a few hours before serving. Enjoy!

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