FROZEN CHRISTMAS SALAD

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My mom's use of red and green cherries to decorate dishes at Christmastime inspired me to create this holiday gelatin mold. It's cool, creamy and fun to serve guests. -Pat Habiger, Spearville, Kansas

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
12 red maraschino cherries, chopped and patted dry
12 green maraschino cherries, chopped and patted dry
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine pineapple and marshmallows. Set aside until marshmallows are softened, about 15 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir into marshmallow mixture. Fold in cherries and walnuts., In a small bowl, beat whipping cream until soft peaks form. Fold into marshmallow mixture. Spoon into a 6-cup mold; freeze overnight. Let stand at room temperature for 15-20 minutes; unmold onto a serving plate.

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