Vegan Ambrosia

Vegan Ambrosia

Ingredients:
pineapple, raw, all varieties
apples, raw, with skin
orange juice, raw
strawberries, raw
grapes, red or green (european type, such as thompson seedless), raw
shortening confectionery, coconut (hydrogenated) and or palm kernel (hydrogenated)
cornstarch
lemon juice, raw
sugars, granulated
orange juice, raw
tofu, raw, regular, prepared with calcium sulfate
orange juice, raw
spices, poppy seed

Directions:
In a large bowl, toss the fruit and coconut until well blended.
Refrigerate.
Combine the cornstarch with the lemon juice in a medium saucepan and stir until well blended.
Place the saucepan over low heat and add the sugar and orange juice.
Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 5-10 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the stove and allow to cool thoroughly.
Fold the pureed tofu, orange rind, and poppy seeds into the juice mixture and chill for at least 1 hour.
Pour the dressing over the fruit immediately before serving.