12 Recipes of Christmas... # 12 Winter Fruit Salad

A winter fruit salad. Ever wonder what you should bring as a fruit salad during the winter time.... well here's a great one. I love it because it's easy and tasty. It also has the beautiful colors of winter. It's also easy on the pocketbook. It's very versitile, and unique. In fact, I gave this recipe out today to a dear friend who called to get ideas for her family party. Happy Baking & Merry Christmas.

Winter Fruit Salad

1 bag frozen blueberries
1 bag frozen cranberries (or fresh)
3 red grapefruit, peeled and diced
3 oranges or "cuties", peeled and diced
Dash of cinnamon
1/2 cup sugar or sugar substitute (Agave nectar)
1/2 cup water
5-6 bananas
Strawberries, diced (optional)

In a large saucepan, heat blueberries and cranberries with sugar and water. Bring to a simmer. Allow to cool completely. Add grapefruit, oranges and strawberries (optional). Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Add sliced bananas just before serving and toss to combine all flavors.