Liberian Apple Salad

Ingredients

 * 1 − 20 oz can pineapple chunks
 * 2 quarts chopped red−skinned apples (skins left on)
 * 2 cups green seedless grapes, halved
 * 1 1/2 cups toasted pecans
 * 1 cup celery
 * 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

Dressing:
 * 1/2 stick butter
 * 1/4 cup sugar
 * 1 tablespoon lemon juice
 * 2 tablespoons cornstarch
 * 1 cup mayonnaise

Directions

 * 1) Drain pineapple, reserving the juice and set chunks aside.
 * 2) Prepare the dressing: In small sauce pan combine the pineapple juice,butter, sugar, and lemon juice and bring to a boil over medium heat.
 * 3) In a small bowl combine the cornstarch and enough water to make a smooth mixture; add to the boiling juice. Reduce heat and cook until mixture is thick and smooth. Chill. Whisk in the mayonnaise.
 * 4) Place the pineapple chunks and the rest of the salad ingredients in a large bowl. Toss well; then mix in the chilled dressing.