Kitchen Tip:
The reason for toasting nuts is that it brings out the oils and greatly enhances the flavor. It's well worth the few minutes it takes.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: Serves 6
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup pecan halves
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (homemade or top-quality purchased)
- 3 medium nectarines, chopped
- 3 large apricots, chopped
- 3 cups chopped strawberries, coarsely chopped
- Garnish: 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
Preparation:
Whisk the sour cream, juice, and mayonnaise together in a large bowl to make the dressing.
Combine the fruits with the dressing, and transfer to a serving dish. May be made ahead up to this point.
At serving time, sprinkle with the toasted pecan halves and the mint.
BONUS TIP: Any fruit may be used, depending on what's fresh and in season: grapes, apples, pears, mango, pineapple...the list is endless, but the result in wonderful!
Mother's Day Breakfast or Brunch Menu:
Fresh Fruit Salad with Toasted Pecans and Fresh Mint
Orange Cream
Breakfast Cornbread with Sausage and Apples
Other Special Occasion Breakfast and Brunch Recipes:
Best Breakfast Cakes
Delicious Breakfasts
Pancake Recipes