Cool Season Fruit Bowl

If it’s not quite the time for summery fruits, this medley makes the most of winter and early spring fruits for a luscious and refreshing finale to a meal. It makes a nice breakfast or brunch offering as well.

Serves: 6

• 2  bosc pears, quartered, cored, and diced
• 2 small oranges, sectioned and seeded
• 1 cup green or red seedless grapes
• 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
• 20-ounce can unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh or jarred ginger, optional
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice

Combine the first 5 ingredients in a serving container.

In a small bowl, stir together the maple syrup, optional ginger, and lemon juice. Toss with the fruits. Serve at once or cover and refrigerate until needed.

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