Memorial Day = Jell-O Two Ways

For Memorial Day this year my family got together for a cookout.  I, of course, said that I would provide the Jell-O.  I decided to make the Orange Ambrosia from the previous post.  All loved it!  My brother in law - who is somewhat of a picky eater - said it tasted like an orange push-up sherbet pop! 

For the second Gelatin I decided I should try something a bit more exotic, but I also knew that I didn’t want to ruin the day with a horrible creation.  I ended up choosing the “Sunshine Salad.”  It has lemon Jell-O with pineapple and pineapple syrup.  But the twist is that it also has vinegar and carrots.  (The recipe also calls for pecans, but I chose to omit them). 

My family thought it looked a bit strange.  My parents and sister liked it.  My finance was skeptical but then said that it was really good.  My brother in law wouldn’t attempt it.  (I mentioned that he’s a bit picky!!)  My 3 year old niece ate some of it, but enjoyed the orange ambrosia more.  My 1 year old nephew said “ummmm.” (He says “umm” to everything he eats, so I’m not sure if the Jell-O was anything special to him). 

**I would give the Sunshine Salad 4 out of 4 stars!  Refreshing with a crunch!!**

Don't forget to save the Pineapple Syrup!!

Carrots in Jell-O!?!

Sunshine Salad

Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book ©1971

Dissolve one 3-ounce package lemon-flavored gelatin in 1 cup boiling water.  Drain one 8 ¾ - ounce can (1 cup) crushed pineapple; reserve syrup.  Add water to syrup to make 1 cup; add to gelatin with 1 tablespoon vinegar and ¼ teaspoon salt.  Chill till partially set.  Fold pineapple, 1 cup shredded carrot, and ¼ cup chopped pecans (optional) into gelatin.  Turn into 9x5x3 inch loaf pan.  Chill until firm.  Serves 6.