Refreshing Acini di Pepe Salad Recipe

Name: Refreshing Acini di Pepe Salad Recipe
Total time: 8 hrs 25 mins
Ingredients: 1 cup acini di pepe pasta; 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained with juice reserved; 1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained with liquid reserved; 1 cup white sugar; 2 large eggs, beaten; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed; 7 ounces miniature marshmallows; 1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained

Acini di pepe, meaning peppercorns in Italian, is perfect for this chilled fruit salad. Any small, round pasta works wonderfully. Ideal for summer gatherings, my family craves it year-round, especially during the holidays. This recipe is always a hit at parties!

Total time8 hrs 25 mins
Prep time10 mins
Cook time15 mins
Yield8

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Instructions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the acini di pepe pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain well and set aside to cool.
In a medium saucepan, combine the reserved pineapple and orange juice (approximately 1 1/2 cups), sugar, beaten eggs, flour, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens into a custard. Gently fold in the cooked pasta. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
Transfer the chilled pasta mixture to a large serving bowl. Add the pineapple, oranges, whipped topping, and marshmallows. Stir gently to combine all ingredients. Garnish with cherries. Keep the salad refrigerated until ready to serve, ensuring it stays cool and refreshing.

Nutrition

Calories: 487 kcal
Fat Content: 9 g
Fiber Content: 2 g
Sugar Content: 61 g
Sodium Content: 195 mg
Protein Content: 7 g
Cholesterol Content: 47 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 99 g
Saturated Fat Content: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g