Ingredients
2 cups boiling water, divided1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin16 large marshmallows3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped1 cup chopped pecans2 to 3 drops green food coloring, optional
Preparation
In a bowl, add 1 cup boiling water to gelatin; stir 2 minutes to completely dissolve. In a small saucepan, combine marshmallows and remaining water; cook over low heat until blended, stirring occasionally. Stir into gelatin. Refrigerate until partially set.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in pineapple. Fold in gelatin mixture, whipped cream, pecans and, if desired, food coloring. Pour into a 6-cup mold coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate, covered, until set. Unmold onto a serving plate.