Saturday, May 31, 2014

Lemon Jello Dessert

2 pkg. lemon jello*
1 lb. pkg. cottage cheese (small curd)
2c. boiling water
1c. whipped cream
1 can crushed pineapple (med. size, drained)
18 chopped cherries (optional)*

Dissolve jello in boiling water.  Let stand until like thick syrup.  Add cottage cheese and pineapple.  Fold in whipped cream and cherries--a few chopped nuts may be added if desired.  Pour into jello molds or dish and chill in refrigerator until set.

*may experiment with other flavors of jello and use other fruit other than cherries that complement the flavor of jello you use (i.e. mandarin oranges or strawberries).

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