SPEEDY AMBROSIA FRUIT BAKE

(Submitted by Mary Ellen Vasquez)

Mary Ellen writes: ”This is a great dessert to serve in cool weather or after a heavy meal when you crave something light to satisfy that sweet tooth. It's not only colorful but very light and tasty, and the preparation is fairly quick.“

INGREDIENTS

2 apples, cored and sliced, leave peelings on

2 bananas, peeled and sliced in 1/4-inch circles

2 oranges, peeled, remove the pith and cut into segments and discard the membranes.

1/4 cup raisins

1 small can chunk pineapple (drained)

1/4 cup maraschino cherries, with 1- 2 tablespoons of cherry juice

!/4 cup shredded coconut

2 tablespoons superfine sugar

2 tablespoons orange liqueur (for adults), or orange juice for non-alcohol

1/4 cup slivered almonds or chopped pecans

Preheat oven to 475° F. Grease covered baking dish and set aside. Put all the ingredients into a large bowl and mix well. Pour into the greased baking dish and cover. Bake 10-15 minutes. Remove from oven and slightly cool down before serving. Can be eaten plain (for calorie watchers) or served with a tablespoon of whipped topping, cottage cheese or a little cream poured over each serving.

About Mary Ellen: Mary Ellen has been collecting "quickie" recipes since the 1960's because she is always in a hurry to get out of the kitchen. Here are some she wanted to share. Her email address is joeme400@bellsouth.nett.

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Disclaimer: This recipe was submitted by a visitor and has not been tested by Teri's Kitchen.

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