I knew this would be wonderful as soon as I saw it was from Marshfield, MO. I live 'next door' in Rogersville! We can't use lemon juice since one of us is allergic to lemon so I used the orange juice and substituted lime juice for the lemon. I was hesitant about the oil but found it was not a bad thing at all. Next time, I will try it without it, but was very happy. I did skip the paprika. It did not seem to add to the flavor. Also, I used blueberries, canteloupe, watermelon, grapes, cherries, plums, peaches and cskipped the canned pineapple. The color was wonderful and the flavor was superb. I would suggest that you make sure the fruit is somewhat ripe, not overly ripe. If it is too ripe to eat, don't use it in a fruit salad! If it is not ripe enough, you will be crunching on flavorless fruit!

Reviewed On: Jul. 15, 2007

I did not chill bowl or beaters, I did not use separate bowls, I just did what the recipe said, and it was perfect. It was not lumpy, runny, I even flavored half of it and it was wonderful. Do not know why 'the pros' are having trouble with it. Seems you have to be an amateur to follow directions, maybe that is what it takes to be a success with this, ya think?

Reviewed On: Jun. 26, 2007