Saturday, July 5, 2008

Pear Salad

This was my grandma Graf's specialty. She never showed up at a party without it! I keep her memory alive by making it at every holiday.

Pear Salad
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1 can (29 ounces) pears
1 large package (6 oz) lime gelatin
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Drain pears, reserving juice. Chop pears and set aside. Add water to the juice to measure 3 cups. Place in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Add gelatin and stir until dissolved. Whisk in cream cheese until smooth. Refrigerate until slightly thickened. Whisk in whipped topping until smooth. Add chopped pears. Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. dish. Cover and refrigerate until firm, at least 4 hours. Cut into squares to serve. Makes 12 servings.

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