Ambrosia Salad

My step-mom, Elaine, makes a very delicious Ambrosia Salad. In Greek and Roman Mythology, Ambrosia was the food of the gods thought to bestow immortality. I don't know if this salad will give you immortality, but it will definitely make your taste buds happy. You can also add nuts to the salad; however I like to stay away from it because there are too many people allergic to nuts. If you're not a coconut lover, you can omit it. The salad will still come out creamy and delightful. INGREDIENTS

• 1 Small Cantaloupe, seeded and cut into bite size pieces
• Half of a Watermelon, cut into bite size pieces
• 1 Cup Honeydew Melon, cut into bite size pieces
• 1 Cup Seedless Grapes
• 1 Can (15 oz) Mandarin Oranges, in its own juices
• 1 Can (20 oz) Pineapple Chunks, in its own juices
• 1 to 1-1/2 Cup Sour Cream
• 1 Bag of Mini-Marshmallows
• 1/2 to 3/4 Cup Flaked Coconut
• 1 Can Fruit Cocktail, drained (optional, if you want more fruit in the mix).

In a large bowl add all the ingredients and mix with a wooden spoon until creamy. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve. This is a great salad to take to a picnic or to serve on special occasions.