HOW TO MAKE AMBROSIA | CLASSIC LOUISIANA RECIPE| QUICK & EASY

Follow along with the Creoljun Contessas as we make this quick and easy classic Louisiana ambrosia. Refreshing with just a hint of tropical flavor.



In the ancient Greek myths, ambrosia is the food of the gods, often depicted as conferring longevity or immortality upon whoever consumed it. It was brought to the gods in Olympus by doves and served at the heavenly feast. We are sure the Mardis Gras Krewe of Ambrosia thinks quite highly of this dish.

Here on earth, ambrosia on the supper table during Christmas is a widely embraced Southern tradition. This is a classic recipe that combines whipped topping, oranges, green grapes, pineapple and coconut. Cajanna loves marshmallows, so we put a few mini's in this years' ambrosia to give it that "Good Luvin' From the Oven" mojo. Customize your ambrosia, add blueberries or substitute oranges for apples. Be as creative this holiday season as you like. Your family, friends and guests will enjoy this holiday salad… or…dessert. No matter, the important point is that it's delicious! So, give it a try!

GROCERY LIST:

8 ounces vanilla crème topping
20 ounces drained and quartered pineapple chunks
10 ounces of drained and halved red maraschino cherries
15 ounces drained and roughly halved mandarin oranges
1 cup of seedless grapes [cut in half]
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1/4 cup toasted chopped pecans or pecan pieces


VANILLA CREME TOPPING
1/2 cup sifted powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup extra cold heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Beat on high until firm peaks form

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