Frogeye salad

Frogeye Salad is a sweet pasta salad that originated in the United States. It is named for its unique ingredient, Acini di pepe, small round pasta that resembles frog's eyes when cooked.

Ingredients

The primary ingredient in Frogeye Salad is Acini di pepe, a type of pasta. Other common ingredients include pineapple, mandarin oranges, marshmallows, and coconut. The salad is often sweetened with a mixture of pineapple juice, sugar, and eggs, which is cooked into a custard and mixed with the pasta and fruit.

Preparation

To prepare Frogeye Salad, the Acini di pepe pasta is first cooked until it is al dente. While the pasta is cooking, a custard is made by combining pineapple juice, sugar, and eggs and cooking the mixture until it thickens. The cooked pasta is then mixed with the custard and allowed to cool. Once the pasta and custard mixture has cooled, the remaining ingredients are added and the salad is chilled before serving.

Variations

There are many variations of Frogeye Salad. Some recipes include additional fruits such as cherries or bananas, while others add nuts or whipped cream. Some versions of the salad omit the custard altogether and use mayonnaise or sour cream as a dressing instead.

Cultural Significance

Frogeye Salad is often served at potluck dinners, picnics, and other casual gatherings in the United States. It is particularly popular in the Midwest and West, where it is a staple at church potlucks and family reunions.

See Also

• List of salads
• Pasta salad
• American cuisine