PERFECTION SALAD- GRANDMA'S VERSION

Perfection Salad- Grandma's Version image

Provided by Kathie Carr

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

PERFECTION SALAD:
2 pkg (6 ounces each) lime jell-o
4 c boiling water
3 c cold water
2 c finely shredded cabbage
1 c finely shredded carrot
1/4 c thinly sliced celery
1 c crushed pineapple, well drained
1 pkg (3 ounces) lemon jell-o (plus water called for on package)
OPTIONAL DRESSING:
1 c mayonnaise or miracle whip
1-2 Tbsp milk, (more or less to your preference)
1-2 Tbsp sugar, (more or less to taste)

Steps:

1. Combine the 2 packages of lime Jell-O with 4 cups of hot water in a large bowl, stirring until dissolved. Stir in cold water. Immediately add vegetables and well drained pineapple. Pour mixture into a mold or serving dish. Refrigerate until mixture has set (about 2 or 3 hours).
2. Prepare the lemon Jell-O package following directions on package. Pour over the first mixture after it has set. Refrigerate the salad for several hours more or overnight. Unmold by dipping into hot water for 10 seconds.
3. OPTIONAL: Serve with a sauce made of 1 cup mayonnaise or Miracle Whip thinned with 1-2 tablespoons milk, and sweetened with 1-2 tablespoons sugar. mix well until sugar is dissolved. Adjust amounts of milk and sugar to your taste. Spoon over salad as it is served.