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Harper Lee's Ambrosia Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1/2 large fresh pineapple, cut lengthwise
4 large navel oranges
2 small (or 1 large) pink grapefruit
1/2 c. orange juice
1/4 c. honey
1/4 c. dry sherry (optional)
1/4 c. pecan pieces, coarsely chopped
1/2 c. shredded coconut
Directions:
Directions:
Using a serrated knife, remove the skin from the pineapple, and cut in half lengthwise again. Slice out the tough inner core and discard. Cut the pineapple meat into bite-size cubes and place in a large bowl.

Peel and section the oranges and grapefruit and cut into bite-size pieces, removing any seeds. Add to the pineapple and mix gently to avoid breaking the fruit sections.

In a separate bowl, mix together the orange juice, honey, and sherry (if using). Pour over the fruit and toss gently to coat each piece. Let salad stand for an hour or so before serving.

When ready to serve, place the fruit in a serving bowl and top with pecans and coconut. Store ambrosia in the refrigerator if you are not serving it soon.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
8 to 10
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
"A traditional southern holiday dessert, ambrosia is often enjoyed around Christmastime, when Florida citrus fruits are in season. At a Christmas dinner [in To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee]... Scout and Jem enjoy ambrosia." Sourced from The Book Club Cookbook by Judy Gelman and Vicki Levy Krupp.

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