Monday, July 9, 2012

mmmmm: lime-pear jello salad


i love jello in the summers. something about it is reminiscent of my childhood. this recipe is cool, smooth and delicious. it tastes like a dessert and has become one of my favorite summer treats. enjoy!

lime-pear jello salad

1 large package lime jello

1 large can pears

1 8-oz package cream cheese

8 oz cool whip


drain the pear juice in a pan and bring to a boil. stir in the lime jello to dissolve. pour the mixture into a blender and whirl. add the cream cheese; whirl. add pears to the blender mixture; whirl. add the cool whip to the blender mixture a small portion at a time, whirling between additions. pour the entire mixture into a jello mold, bowl or a rectangular dish. refrigerate until firm.  

4 comments:

  1. hmmmm, i wasn't sold on the title but the the whole process makes it sound way more appealling

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  2. This delicious jello is like a smooth creamy sweet lime cloud. So refreshing in the summer.

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  3. Old family favorite. YUMMY and light.

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  4. My grandma made for Christmas every year. It brings back so many memories.

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