This punch is a local favorite for receptions, teas, and gatherings of all kinds.
2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups water
1½ cups orange juice
¼ cup lemon juice
1 (48-ounce) can pineapple juice
3 mashed ripe bananas
3 quarts ginger ale
In a large bowl mix together the sugar, water, orange juice, lemon juice, pineapple juice, and bananas. Freeze into a slush. When ready to serve, pour the mixture into a punch bowl and add the ginger ale.
Hints: Garnish with an ice ring made with orange and lemon slices and mint leaves. Garnish the punch bowl tray with magnolia leaves and flowers if they are in bloom.
YIELD: 6 QUARTS (24 CUPS)