Winter Sunshine Salad

Directions

1. 1
   Drain pineapple, reserving juice.
2. 2
   Core apples and pear.
3. 3
   Cut in bite-sized chunks.
4. 4
   Mix fruit, walnuts, and ginger in a large bowl.
5. 5
   Dress with the blackberry syrup, 1/4 cup of the reserved pineapple juice, and the rum if desired.
6. 6
   Toss well.
7. 7
   Chill for 1/2 hour.
8. 8
   Toss again and serve.
9. 9
   If its a festive occasion this would be particularly pretty served on a leaf of curly endive with a couple red grapes alongside and a puff of whipped cream on top.