OK, this is one of those recipes that is classified as a salad but could just as easily be a dessert which is just the way I like to eat my salad, especially around the holidays.  It comes from the “Six Sisters’ Stuff” and it is yummy and it makes a ton so it would be perfect for a holiday dinner with the family or a party.

1 large (4.6 oz) box Cook and Serve vanilla pudding

1 large (6 oz) box orange jello

2 cups water

1 (16 oz) container Cool Whip

1/2 bag mini marshmallows

1 (20 oz) can pineapples tidbits, drained

1 (22 oz) can mandarin oranges, drained

2 – 3 bananas, optional (add just before serving)

Mix together pudding mix, jello mix and water over medium heat until it boils.  Remove from heat and pour into a large mixing bowl.  Refrigerate until mixture has thickened, about an hour.  Beat until creamy.  Fold in Cool Whip, marshmallows and fruit.  Chill and hour before serving.