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Champagne Fruit Bowl (24 servings)

From: Better Homes and Gardens

The choice of fruit is yours for this fruit compote. Select the fruits that are best for the season.

Servings: Makes 24 servings.
Prep: 40 mins
Total: 40 mins
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Ingredients
8 apples and/or pears, cored and cut up
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
8 cups assorted fresh fruits, such as peaches, plums, or grapes
1/3 cup sugar
4 teaspoons finely shredded orange peel (optional)
2 187-ml bottles champagne
2/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted (optional)
Edible geranium leaves and marigolds (optional)

Directions
1. In a large punch bowl or 2 extra large bowls combine cut-up apples and/or pears with the orange juice and lemon juice; toss gently to prevent fruit from discoloring. Add remaining fruit, the sugar, and shredded orange peel, if using; toss again. Cover and refrigerate fruit mixture for at least 1 hour or up to 2 hours.
2. Just before serving, stir in chilled champagne. If desired, sprinkle with almonds and garnish with geranium leaves and marigolds. Makes 24 servings.
Make-Ahead Tip
Up to 2 hours ahead, prepare fruit mixture. Cover and chill. To serve, add champagne and garnish as desired.

Nutrition Facts
Calories 81, Sodium 2 mg, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 5%, Vitamin C 35%, Calcium 0%, Iron 1%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet


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