FRUIT SLUSH

As a busy mom, I try to do all that I can before company arrives. This sweet citrus slush is easy to make ahead and tastes so refreshing. I often add red seedless grapes.

—MARTHA MILLER FREDERICKSBURG, OH



PREP: 20 MIN. + FREEZING • MAKES: 6-8 SERVINGS


3 cups water

1 cup sugar

1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained

1 can (6 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed

1 medium ripe peach, chopped or 2/3 cup sliced frozen peaches, thawed and chopped

1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring water and sugar to a boil. Remove from heat. Cool 10 minutes.

2. Add the pineapple, orange juice concentrate and peach; stir well. Pour into a freezer container and freeze at least 12 hours or overnight (may be frozen up to 3 months). Remove from the freezer 1 hour before serving.