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Christmas Cranberry Salad

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"This creamy cranberry salad can be served frozen as well as chilled." — TIASUE

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Original recipe makes 6 to 8 servings Change Servings

1 pound cranberries, finely ground
2 cups white sugar
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained

1 (16 ounce) package miniature marshmallows
1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
1 pint whipped cream, beaten stiff

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Directions

Mix together the cranberries and sugar; cover and refrigerate overnight.
The next day, combine the cranberry mixture with the pineapple, marshmallows, pecans and whipped cream. Mix well.
Pour into a 3 quart dish, cover and refrigerate or freeze until ready to serve.

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I thought this was delicious! I did take some of the suggestions in previous reviews to "tweak" this recipe just a tad. I cut the sugar down to 1 1/2cups, I added a tsp of vanilla to the whipping cream, and only used half of the marshmallows. I also put the cranberries and pineapple in a sieve and left it to sit for a while to get any excess juice out. I ended up with a great salad that was not at all "runny". I have already recommended this recipe to several people!

—brookie0605

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Dec 08, 2002

This recipe would have been better if it was a little sweeter. Most everyone in my family didn't take second helpings. I didn't care for the texture of the nuts in it. Cool whip would have probably done the trick rather than whipped cream. I will modify it this way next time.

—William

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Dec 24, 2011

This is one of my favorite Christmas churck/"fluffy" salads--actually one of the first cold salads I made for my first family gathering with my husband's family. Having made this for many years, really only one cup of sugar is needed--two cups makes it way too sweet. For those who have issues making their own whipped cream (aka ME), you can substitute a tub of Cool Whip in it's place. This is also good with a large drained can of mandarin oranges, too.

—Sarah Jo

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Nov 07, 2003

Delicious! We made this for Thanksgiving dinner and it was a big hit with the adults. The kids were afraid to try it because it looked "crunchy" (pineapples), but we'll certainly make this recipe again.

—KDULUTH

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Nov 24, 2008

I made modifications due to my dislike for marshmallows... In the place of marshmallows I added one jar of maraschino cherries and more nuts than the recipe called for. I also added a tablespoon of good Mexican vanilla. One more thing, this serves many more than 7! I would estimate that it yields 12-16 servings. It was the best. I can't imagine freezing it though. It was fabulous chilled and creamy!

—De

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Nov 07, 2003

This was a fantastic way to serve cranberries! I have made this recipe several times and although it makes a fairly large amount, I never have any leftovers. That speaks volumes in my family where the table is heavily laden with food when we all gather.

—LBEGUHN

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Nov 07, 2003

I made this salad on Thanksgiving...It was a nice change from the apple cranberry pie I usually made that only I would eat! All of my sons and thier families loved it! Babies too! It was fresh,cool,creamy. Very easy to make! No one knew that it was the cranberries that made it that pretty pink color and unique taste!

—VREYES

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Nov 25, 2009

I really liked this concoction...a great way to use fresh cranberries! However, a few comments: There seems to be a large proportion of marshmall ows, which skews the consistency for me. Will use fewer marshmallows and perhaps more nuts? Some diced apple? Or maybe pineapple tidbits instead of crushed? Also, maybe I'm an idiot, but I was kind of shocked by the huge amount that this recipe made. lol. The flavor is spot-on. :-) UPDATE: This was SO GOOD after it sat for a day....can't stop eating it!! Also fantastic frozen. Changing rating from a 4 to a 5!

—MollyBrook

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Nutrition

Calories
661 kcal
33%

Carbohydrates
134.3 g
43%

Cholesterol
15 mg
5%

Fat
15.9 g
24%

Fiber
5.2 g
21%

Protein
3.8 g
8%

Sodium
79 mg
3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Christmas Cranberry Salad

Serving Size: 1/7 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 7
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 661
Calories from Fat: 143

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.9g 24 %
Saturated Fat 3.7g 19 %
Cholesterol 15mg 5 %
Sodium 79mg 3 %
Potassium 250mg 7 %
Total Carbohydrates 134.3g 43 %
Dietary Fiber 5.2g 21 %
Protein 3.8g 8 %
Sugars 110.3g
Vitamin A 4 %
Vitamin C 27 %
Calcium 6 %
Iron 9 %
Thiamin 21 %
Niacin 8 %
Vitamin B6 9 %
Magnesium 13 %
Folate 5 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.