Acini Di Pepe Ambrosia Salad Recipe

Ingredients for Acini Di Pepe Ambrosia Salad

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• Acini Di Pepe Pasta
• 1 (11-ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
• Pineapple Chunks
• Pineapple Tidbits
• Mini Marshmallows
• Shredded Coconut

How to Make Acini Di Pepe Ambrosia Salad

1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
2. Gradually whisk in 1 3/4 cups pineapple juice and 2 large eggs. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 8-10 minutes).
3. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
4. In a large pot, bring 3 quarts of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil and 1 pound acini di pepe pasta.
5. Cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and rinse with cold water until completely cool.
6. Gently fold the cooled pasta into the egg mixture.
7. Cover and refrigerate overnight in an airtight container to allow the flavors to meld.
8. Before serving, gently stir in 1 (11-ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained; 1 (20-ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained; 1 cup mini marshmallows; and 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut.
9. Serve chilled and enjoy!