Pineapple Congealed Salad

7 Reviews

Prep: 15 min
Ready In: 4 hr 15 min

“Fruity and cheesy with a little bite. Make the salad firmer by including one small package of prepared unflavored gelatin. Walnuts may be used instead of pecans.” - by KITTY39503

Ingredients

1 (3 ounce) package lemon flavored Jell-O® mix
1 (3 ounce) package lime flavored Jell-O® mix
2 cups boiling water
2 cups water
1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple, with juice
1 (16 ounce) package small curd cottage cheese
3 tablespoons prepared horseradish
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup chopped pecans

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Directions

In a 9x13 inch dish, mix lemon flavored gelatin mix, lime flavored gelatin mix and boiling water. When the mixes are completely dissolved, pour in remaining water. Chill in the refrigerator 1 hour, or until the gelatin begins to set.
Stir in the crushed pineapple, cottage cheese, horseradish, mayonnaise and pecans. Continue to chill 3 hours, or until completely gelled.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (15 total)

Calories
245 cal
12%

Fat
18.3 g
28%

Carbs
16.7 g
5%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Reviews (7)

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MRSAMYBUG

Nov. 27, 2005

"Leave out the horseradish and it's 1000000% better! :)..." See more"

Zelda1945

Dec. 24, 2008

"My battered old 1960s cookbook calls this salad "California Lime Mold", and I agree that the horseradish is essential. As for the appearance, I've always added an extra step that gives the salad an ..." See moreairy texture, like a festive mousse. After the jello is partially set and clinging to the sides of the bowl, just whip the gelatin with an electric beater until quite foamy. Then fold in the rest of the ingredients thoroughly and pour into a mold or serving dish before the final set."

PAT79

Apr. 19, 2007

"I have been making this recipe for 40+ years. My family has always enjoyed it....even the children. The horseradish gives it an extra "sparkle", and I find it to be especially good when served with ..." See moreham."

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