Hidden Pear Salad (Easter)

By ctaubenheim

Ingredients

• 1 can (16oz) pears, liquid drained and reserved
• 1 pkg (3oz) lime gelatin
• 1 pkg (3oz) cream cheese softened
• 1/4 tsp lemon juice
• 1 envelope whipped topping mix (Dream Whip)
• lettuce leaves for serving

Preparation

Step 1

In a saucepan, bring pear liquid to a boil. Stir in gelatin until dissolved. Remove from the heat; cool at room temperature until syrupy. Meanwhile, puree pears in blender. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and lemon juice until fluffy and smooth. Add pureed pears and mix well. Prepare whipped topping according to package directions; fold into pear mixture. Fold in cooled gelatin. Pour into a 4 1/2 cup mold that has been coated with cooking spray. Chill overnight. Just before serving, unmold salad onto a lettuce lined platter.