Nana's Heavenly Hash

Ingredients

• 2 (3 ounce) packages orange flavor gelatin (can be sugar free)
• 1 cup pecans, chopped
• 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained (save juice)
• 2 cups miniature marshmallows
• 1 1/4 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
• 1 (8 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained (save juice)
• 1 cup maraschino cherry, drained and chopped
• 1 cup flaked coconut
• 1 (8 ounce) carton Cool Whip (can be fat free)

Directions

1. 1

   Add water to saved fruit juices to make 2 cups; bring to boil and dissolve gelatin.

2. 2

   Add 2 cups cold water and cool until partially set.

3. 3

   Add all ingredients EXCEPT cool whip.

4. 4

   When thickened but not completely set, fold in cool whip.

5. 5

   Pour into a pretty clear glass bowl, or trifle bowl ~ this makes a large amount!

6. 6

   Chill for several hours before serving.