DADDY'S HOLIDAY BEST FRUIT SALAD

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What a lovely recipe... The crunchy pecans and sweet coconut remind me of the salads I enjoyed in my childhood. This is a sweet treat for all the senses.

Provided by Judith Watson

Categories     Fruit Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can(s) fruit cocktail, in syrup
1 can(s) pears
1 can(s) cling peaches
1 large red delicious apple
1 c chopped pecans
1 can(s) bakers coconut
1 bottle small marachino cherries
1 large naval orange
1 large banana optional
1 can(s) crushed pineapple

Steps:

  • 1. Drain syrup from canned fruits and set aside. Chop apple into medium dice and coat with lemon juice to stop browning. Optional: Slice banana if using. Supreme the orange and cut slices into thirds. Drain juice from cherries and set aside. Half cherries. Mix all ingredients together. Add about a 1/4 cup cherrie juice.
  • 2. If adding banana, coat with lemon juice to keep from browning. Refridgerate before serving. Serve with Cool Whip or Whipped cream.

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