Recipe: Macedoine of Fruits

Ingredients:

2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
2 large bananas, thinly sliced
1 Tbs (15 ml) lemon juice
1/2 cantaloupe (muskmelon) or melon of your choice, peeled and cut into small pieces
1 large peach or nectarine, pitted and thinly sliced
1 cup (250 ml) seedless grapes
2 large oranges, peeled and sectioned
1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh orange juice
3 Tbs (45 ml) fresh basil leaves, cut into very fine ribbons (chiffonade)
A few grindings of black pepper
2 Tbs (30 ml) Grand Marnier, Triple Sec, or other orange flavored liqueur (optional)

Instructions:

Combine the apples, bananas, and lemon juice in a large bowl and toss gently. Add the remaining ingredients and toss to combine thoroughly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate, tossing occasionally, at least one hour or until well chilled. Serves 6 to 8.
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