Step 1

Using a colander or sieve, drain as much of the liquid from the oranges, cherries and pineapple as you can.  Keep the oranges separate from the other fruit because you are going to mix it in last.<

Step 2

p id=”instruction-step-2″> In a large bowl, mix together Cool Whip and sour cream.  Mix in food coloring if you are using it.

Step 3

id=”instruction-step-3″> Carefully fold in the marshmallows, pineapples and cherries.  Fold in mandarin oranges last because they are the most delicate and prone to fall apart.

Step 4

“instruction-step-4″> Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.