My grandfathers, uncles, and my Dad were coal miners in the western part of Virginia and southern West Virginia - hard, honest work for minimal pay. The women in our families worked equally as hard in raising children and keeping house - and making the most wonderful meals out of the simplest ingredients! I have learned from my own cooking experience that the best part of preparing something is in sharing it with others who enjoy it, too. That is the purpose behind this blog: not only to preserve our family recipes, but to share them with others who can use and enjoy them as much as we have. Thanks for stopping by! Cris

A Note: I do not condone the use or consumption of beverage alcohol in any form for any reason. Therefore, the recipes posted here on our blog do not contain wine, beer, or liquor in any form.

Sunday, May 29, 2016

Mandarin Orange Dessert Salad

Photo courtesy of Chris Watson 

Makes 6 servings of approximately 1/2 cup each

 Ingredients:

 1/2 package orange Jello (dry - do NOT dissolve in water)
2 cups Cool Whip
1 cup Mandarin Oranges, drained and chopped
1 cup mini marshmallows
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/2 cup toasted, shredded coconut for topping
More Cool Whip for topping

 Directions:

 1.  With a wire wisk, gently blend the dry Jello and Cool Whip together.

 2.  Fold in oranges, marshmallows, and nuts.

 3.  Spoon into serving dishes (small juice glass are the perfect size for 1 serving).

 4.  Top with a spoonful of Cool Whip and sprinkle on the  toasted coconut.

 5.  Keep in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Variations:  
     Use Lemon or Lime Jello and omit the oranges.  
     Use Raspberry Jello and fresh raspberries; omit 
                      the toasted coconut.
     Use Strawberry Jello and chopped fresh or frozen 
                       strawberries; omit the toasted coconut.

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Shared by Chris Watson



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2 comments:

  1. TraceyMay 30, 2016 at 5:24 AM

    Pinned this recipe so I can give it a try!

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  2. The WatsonsMay 30, 2016 at 6:15 PM

    It is really easy and versatile as well as being a light and tasty dessert! Hope you enjoy it! Chris

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