Classic Holiday Ribbon Squares (Jello)

"This red, white, and green jello is a classic addition to the holiday table (you can switch colors for other occasions). Recipe from "Celebrating 100 years of Jello." I speed-up the chilling time table by setting each bowl/pan over a larger bowl/pan of ice water (lots of ice). I do this with all my Jello and each stage is done in about 15-20 minutes. You need to check for required texture and not go by clock. I love making these layered desserts!"
 
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photo by Roxygirl in Colorado photo by Roxygirl in Colorado
photo by Roxygirl in Colorado
Ready In:
4hrs 30mins
Ingredients:
9
Serves:
9
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ingredients

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directions

  • Stir 1 cup boiling water into each flavor of gelatin in separate medium bowls at least 2 minutes, until dissolved.
  • Stir 3/4 cup of the cold water into the red gelatin.
  • Pour into 9-inch square pan.
  • Refrigerate about 45 minutes or until set but not firm to the touch (gelatin should still stick to the finger when touched).
  • Meanwhile, stir lemon gelatin gradually into cream cheese in large bowl with whisk until smooth.
  • (I use the blender for this step, because I don't like lumpy Jello).
  • Stir in pineapple with the juice.
  • Refrigerate about 45 minutes or until slightly thickened (consistency of unbeaten egg whites).
  • Stir in whipped topping and mayonnaise.
  • Spoon over red gelatin layer in pan.
  • Refrigerate about 30 minutes or until set, but not firm (gelatin should stick to finger and should mound).
  • Meanwhile, stir remaining 3/4 cold water into lime gelatin.
  • Refrigerate about 30 minutes or until slightly thickened (consistency of unbeaten egg whites).
  • Spoon over lemon gelatin mixture in pan.
  • Refrigerate 4 hours or until firm.
  • Unmold and cut into squares.
  • Garnish with small dollop of Cool Whip.

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Hi everybody, I’ve been using “Zaar” website for the last year but ready to commit myself to adding my two cents worth (including some photos). I live with my DH and two great kids and one crazy dog in the foothills of Colorado. We have a great view with lots deer and red rocks. I come from a food-loving family, including my nearby sister who is willing to discuss "what's for dinner" first thing in the morning! I’ve loved cooking every since I was a teenager. I don’t work so I have lots of time to cook my latest craving. I love to try and duplicate dishes I enjoy from restaurants. I have a lot of cookbooks, but now use mostly “Zaar” recipes and from “Cooks Illustrated.” I love reading cookbooks (library) and like the old classics from Betty Crocker to backs of food labels. I love to research lots of recipes before I decide which one to make.
 
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