Creamy Orange Fruit Salad

1 (3.5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix

1 cups milk (can use up to 1 1/2 cups)

1/3 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed

1 - 8 oz. cool whip (used about 3/4 container)

1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained

1 Del Monte Very Cherry Mixed Fruit, drained

1 can pears, drained and diced

1 can peaches, drained and diced

1 can Mandarin oranges

Fresh sliced strawberries, add just before serving

Slice bananas, add just before serving

Grapes, optional

Place all fruits in a colander and let drain, occasionally gently stirring to drain well.  Put colander in a large bowl and cover with saran wrap; refrigerate overnight.  The next day, put the well drained fruit in a large salad bowl. 

In a medium mixing bowl, combine pudding mix, milk, and orange juice concentrate. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes. Fold in cool whip.

Gently stir fruit and orange dressing together. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Optional:  add bananas, strawberries and/or grapes just before serving.  

Inspired by:  Orange Cream Fruit Salad