YUM YUM SALAD

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This was given to me by a dear friend who had gotten it from her mother-in-law. I was recently told I could share so I have because I have enjoyed this so often over the years. Really great at potlucks. Hope you enjoy it as much as I have.

Provided by Jennifer Diaz

Categories     Gelatin Salads

Time 2h10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can(s) (28 oz) pineapple, crushed with juice
2 c sugar
4 pkg (or envelopes) knox gelatin
1 c water, hot
8 oz (2 pkgs) grated cheddar cheese
1 pt heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • 1. Combine crushed pineapple and sugar in medium sauce pan and bring to boil.
  • 2. Add 4 envelopes knox gelatin dissolved in 1 cup of water. Stir until well mixed and remove from heat. Pour into large heat resistant bowl.
  • 3. Set in refrigerator. When starting to gel (this takes approx. 1 1/2 hours) add 2 packages of cheddar cheese. I prefer the finely grated cheese. Mix well.
  • 4. Fold in heavy whipping cream, whipped.
  • 5. Return to refrigerator to set.
  • 6. Once set, decorate top. I add m. cherries and mandarin oranges.

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