Frogeye salad

Frogeye Salad

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A bowl of frogeye salad

Frogeye salad is a type of pasta salad that is popular in the United States, particularly in the Western United States. It is known for its unique texture and sweet flavor, which is achieved by combining small pasta shapes with a creamy dressing and various fruits.

Ingredients

Frogeye salad typically includes the following ingredients:

• Acini di pepe pasta
• Whipped topping or whipped cream
• Marshmallows
• Canned fruit such as pineapple and mandarin oranges
• Coconut
• Eggs
• Sugar
• Flour
• Lemon juice
• Milk

Preparation

The preparation of frogeye salad involves cooking the acini di pepe pasta until it is tender. The pasta is then combined with a creamy mixture made from whipped topping, sugar, flour, lemon juice, and milk. This mixture is cooked to form a custard-like consistency. Once cooled, the custard is mixed with the pasta, marshmallows, canned fruit, and coconut.

Variations

There are several variations of frogeye salad, with some recipes including additional ingredients such as:

• Cherries
• Nuts
• Bananas

Cultural Significance

Frogeye salad is often served at potlucks, family gatherings, and holiday celebrations. It is particularly popular in Mormon communities, where it is a staple at social events.

Related pages

• Pasta salad
• Ambrosia (fruit salad)
• List of salads

• Frogeye salad