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.  

mmmmm...dry jello salad

okay, the name of this one might scare you off but it's really delicious and soooo easy to make. i love cool treats in the summer. i could pretty much live off of things out of the fridge and freezer. this recipe is perfect for a cool summer snack.

dry jello salad

1 small can crushed pineapple

1 can mandarine oranges, cut in half

1 large package orange jello

1 (8 oz.) package cool whip (you can use the low-fat variety if you like)

1 pt. cottage cheese

put the fruit in a strainer and let fruit drain for at least one hour. pour the fruit into a bowl and sprinkle dry jello over the fruit. mix well. add the cottage cheese and mix until smooth. lastly, add the cool whip and blend well. place in a large dish and refrigerate until ready to serve. enjoy!