Frog Eye Salad(Acini De Pepe Fruit Salad) Recipe

Name: Frog Eye Salad(Acini De Pepe Fruit Salad)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. sugar; 2 Tbsp. flour; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 3/4 c. pineapple juice; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 Tbsp. lemon juice; 3 qt. water; 1 Tbsp. cooking oil; 2 tsp. salt; 1 (16 oz.) pkg. acini de pepe (bb sized macaroni by Prince); 3 (11 oz. each) cans mandarin oranges, drained; 2 (20 oz. each) cans pineapple chunks, drained; 1 (12 oz.) carton Cool Whip; 1 c. miniature marshmallows; 1 c. coconut (optional)

Servings: persons

1 c. sugar
2 Tbsp. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 3/4 c. pineapple juice
2 eggs, beaten
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
3 qt. water
1 Tbsp. cooking oil
2 tsp. salt
1 (16 oz.) pkg. acini de pepe (bb sized macaroni by Prince)
3 (11 oz. each) cans mandarin oranges, drained
2 (20 oz. each) cans pineapple chunks, drained
1 (12 oz.) carton Cool Whip
1 c. miniature marshmallows
1 c. coconut (optional)

1
Combine sugar and flour; add 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
2
Gradually stir in pineapple juice and eggs.
3
Cook over moderate heat, stirring, until thickened.
4
Add lemon juice.
5
Cool mixture to room temperature.
6
Bring water, remaining 2 teaspoons salt and oil to boil.
7
Add acini de pepe.
8
Cook at rolling boil until macaroni is done.
9
Drain; rinse with water.
10
Drain again and cool to room temperature.
11
Combine egg mixture with macaroni.
12
Mix lightly, but thoroughly.
13
Refrigerate overnight in airtight container.
14
Add remaining ingredients.
15
Mix lightly.
16
Refrigerate until chilled. Serves 25.

478

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. sugar, 2 Tbsp. flour, 1/2 tsp. salt, 1 3/4 c. pineapple juice, and more.

Yes, Frog Eye Salad(Acini De Pepe Fruit Salad) falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Frog Eye Salad(Acini De Pepe Fruit Salad)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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