3 LAYER ORANGE JELLO SALAD

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This recipe was in a cookbook I got for Christmas in 1974. Whenever we plan a family dinner, my cousin will always say, "And Lane will bring the Orange Jello Salad"! It's not 'diet food' so I save it for special occasions. Could also be used as a dessert.

Provided by Elaine Wilson

Categories     Gelatin Salads

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box orange jello
1 can(s) 8oz crushed pineapple, drained, save juice
1 can(s) 15oz fruit cocktail, in syrup, drained, save juice
1 box 8oz cream cheese, softened
1 8oz tub cool whip
1 1/2 c sugar
1/4 c flour
4 eggs, well beaten
3 Tbsp lemon juice
2 c saved fruit juices. add water as needed to make 2 cups.
1/2 c pecans, toasted and chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Make jello according to package directions minus 1/4 cup water.
  • 2. Add drained pineapple and fruit cocktail. Mix evenly. Pour in 9x13 glass pan.
  • 3. Put in fridge till set.
  • 4. Next mix softened cream cheese and Cool Whip.
  • 5. Spread over Jello. Put back in fridge.
  • 6. Mix sugar and flour, add eggs, lemon juice and 2 cups saved fruit juices. Add water as needed to make 2 cups.
  • 7. Cook over med high heat, stirring constantly, till thickened, COOL, spread over Cool Whip layer.
  • 8. Garnish with toasted, chopped pecans. Refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours before serving.

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