Ingredients
1 ½ cups cold water
1 (3oz) pkg lime flavored gelatin
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 (8oz) pkg cream cheese, softened
2 (8oz) cans crushed pineapple, drained
1 ½ cups miniature marshmallows
½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
Shredded lettuce
Directions
Bring 1 cup of water to boil; stir in gelatin until dissolved. Add remaining ½ cup water and juice.
Gradually add gelatin to cream cheese, mixing until blended.
Chill until thickened but not set’ fold in pineapple, marshmallows, and nuts.
Pour into 1-qt mold; chill until firm. Unmold onto serving plate; surround with lettuce. Serve with assorted fresh fruit and nuts if desired. 6 servings
Variations: Omit lemon juice. Substitute 1 (8oz) container of plain yogurt for cream cheese.
Prep time: 15 minutes plus chilling