Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 cup

Acini Di Pepe Pasta

Dry

20 oz

Crushed Pineapple

Canned, juice reserved

15 oz

Mandarin Oranges

Canned, liquid removed and reserved

8 oz

Whipped Topping

Thawed

7 oz

Miniature Marshmallows

1 cup

White Sugar

2 unit

Large Eggs

Beaten

0.5 tsp

Salt

3 tbsp

All-Purpose Flour

10 oz

Maraschino Cherries

Liquid removed (optional)

Step 1
~3 min

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.

Step 2
~3 min

Add acini di pepe pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until al dente.

Step 3
~3 min

Drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 4
~3 min

In a medium saucepan, combine reserved pineapple juice and reserved mandarin orange liquid.

Step 5
~3 min

Add sugar, beaten eggs, salt, and flour to the saucepan.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens into a custard.

Step 7
~3 min

Add the cooked pasta to the custard and mix well.

Step 8
~3 min

Chill the pasta mixture overnight.

Step 9
~3 min

The next day, add crushed pineapple, mandarin oranges, whipped topping, and marshmallows to the chilled pasta mixture.

Step 10
~3 min

Mix all ingredients together gently.

Step 11
~3 min

Top with maraschino cherries, if desired.

Step 12
~3 min

Keep the salad chilled until ready to serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of lemon juice for extra tang.

Use different colored marshmallows for a festive look.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1 day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish or dessert.

Pairs well with grilled chicken or pork.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Pork tenderloin

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Potlucks and gatherings

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer picnics
Holiday gatherings

Occasion Tags

Potluck
Picnic
Party
Holiday

Popularity Score

65/100