This is an old family-favorite recipe. My maternal grandma frequently served it for holiday dinners and I have never known anyone else to make this same salad. We don't seem to know how she obtained the recipe originally, but it is suspected that it could have come from a Philadelphia Cream Cheese wrapper/box at some point. No matter where she got it, we're glad she did! Although the combination of ingredients may sound unusual, it is quite flavorful and unique. We all love it!
Philadelphia Cream Cheese Pineapple Salad
Combine 1 small package lemon jello and
1 cup boiling water, mix well and set aside.
4 ounces of Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened
1/2 pint whipping cream (don't whip)
1 16 ounce can crushed pineapple, drained
1 small jar pimentos, minced and drained
With a fork, add a bit of whipping cream at a time to softened cream cheese. Make sure mixture is smooth and well-blended.
Add pineapple and pimentos and mix well. Combine all of it with lemon jello mixture and pour into container. Refrigerate so it's set firmly before serving. Store leftovers in refrigerator.
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All families have favorite recipes that represent special times with special people. What are some of yours?