QUICK ANISE FRUIT BOWL

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This refreshing medley has become a family favorite for breakfast and brunch. You could even serve the fruit with a slice of cake and dollop of whipped cream for a scrumptious dessert.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 18 servings (3/4 cup).

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 cups water
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons aniseed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 fresh pineapple, peeled and cubed
1 small cantaloupe, peeled, seeded and cubed
1/2 pound seedless red grapes
2 large bananas, sliced
2 medium nectarines, sliced
2 medium oranges, peeled and sectioned
2 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
1 large pink grapefruit, peeled and sectioned

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring the water, sugar, lemon juice, aniseed and salt to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 10-15 minutes or until slightly thickened. Cool slightly; cover and refrigerate until chilled. , In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour syrup over fruit; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.