Post by chief_cook2 on Nov 10, 2003 11:55:22 GMT -6
2 (3 oz. each) boxes strawberry flavored gelatin
1 cup boiling water
2 (10 oz. each) packages frozen sliced strawberries, partially thawed
1 (20 oz.) can crushed pineapple, drained
3 medium bananas, mashed
1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, coarsely chopped
2 (10-1/2 oz.) packages unbaked cheesecake mix
Dissolve gelatin in boiling water; stir in fruit and nuts. Pour 1/2
of gelatin mixture into a 9 X 13 x 2 inch pan or a large glass bowl;
chill until firm. Store remaining gelatin mixture at room
temperature.
Prepare cheesecake filling according to package directions; reserve
graham cracker crumbs for other uses. Spoon cheesecake filling over
congealed fruit mixture. Spoon remaining gelatin mixture over
filling and chill until firm.
Yield: about 18 servings.