AUNT BETTY'S FRUIT SALAD

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My aunt made this for years for us for the holidays, and it was always a SPECIAL treat! I know if you make it once you will have to make it again:)

Provided by Lindas Busy Kitchen

Categories     Fruit

Time 20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (6 ounce) package of any flavor Jello gelatin, I use Cherry
1 (14 ounce) can chunk pineapple, reserve juice
1 (6 ounce) can mandarin oranges, reserve juice
1 (14 ounce) can peaches, reserve juice
some fresh green grape
1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained
1 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Drain the canned fruit. Use up to 2 cups of it for 2 cups of the liquid in the jello.
  • Make up the jello using 2 cups of boiling water, and 2 cups of juice from the canned fruit, mixing well.
  • Put into the mold.
  • Refrigerate for about 1 1/2 hrs., or until jello is partially set.
  • Stir in the drained fruit and nuts, and refrigerate until set.
  • When ready to serve, tip bottom of mold into hot water for a few seconds. This will help to release mold onto serving plate.
  • When ready to serve, place serving plate on top of mold and invert.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.7, Fat 0.3, Sodium 101.9, Carbohydrate 52.7, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 48.9, Protein 2.6

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