A refreshing fruit salad like this one is a welcome addition to a winter brunch. A hint of anise gives it real holiday flavor . . .and it looks gorgeous on a buffet table.
—FRANCES STEVENSON MCRAE, GA
PREP: 5 MIN. + CHILLING • COOK: 25 MIN. + CHILLING • MAKES: 16-18 SERVINGS
2 cups water
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/3 cup lime or lemon juice
1 teaspoon anise extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 oranges, peeled and sectioned
3 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
2 grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
2 large apples, cubed
1 pint strawberries, sliced
1 pound green grapes
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, lime juice, anise and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.
2. Combine fruit in a large bowl; add dressing and toss to coat. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.