Spicy Tomato Aspic

By Thom7747

A family favorite in the South, this molded aspic is standard on many dinner tables in the summer when tomatoes are at their peak. Besides being a good source of vitamin C, juice from vine-ripened tomatoes is rich in minerals. Serve this salad with a chicken or beef entree for a delicious luncheon. Allow plenty of chilling time -- the salad must be refrigerated for at least two hours to completely set.

Ingredients

• 3 cups tomato juice
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 package unflavored gelatin or
• 1/4 cup agar flakes
• 1/2 cup minced celery
• 1/2 cup corn kernels
• 1/2 cup low-calorie mayonnaise
• lettuce leaves, for lining platter

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

In a large pot, place tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, gelatin, celery, corn, and mayonnaise.
1. Whisk to blend mayonnaise into tomato juice.
2. Bring to a boil and cook over medium heat for 3 minutes, whisking constantly.
3. Remove from heat and pour into a 5-cup decorative mold or bowl.
4. Let chill for 2 hours or until set.
5. Line a platter with lettuce leaves.

To un-mold, dip mold or bowl into warm water to loosen aspic and invert it over platter.