Tropical Pecan and Fruit Salad Recipe

Posted by Grandma Jeanne on May 24, 2010

16-ounce carton low fat cottage cheese
8 ounce container light Cool Whip, thawed
3 ounce package orange gelatin
20 ounce can pineapple chunks, drained
15 ounce can mandarin orange segments, drained
1/2 cup shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans

Combine cottage cheese and Cool Whip in a large mixing bowl.

Sprinkle dry gelatin over top and stir to mix.

Fold in drained fruits.

Stir in pecans just before serving.

6-8 servings

May use other fruits and gelatins

St. Louis Broccoli Salad Recipe

Posted by Grandma Jeanne on February 22, 2010

This cold salad is perfect for summer get togethers.

2 1/2 cups broccoli, cut up
2 1/2 cups cauliflower, cut up
1 small red onion, sliced
5 slices bacon, cooked and cut

Dressing:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup parmesan cheese
1/4 cup sugar
Black pepper to taste

Toss vegetables and cut up bacon in a large bowl.
Mix dressing in separate bowl.
Toss with vegetables.
Chill for 3 hours or overnight.

Servings: 10 | Prep Time: 10 minutes