Strawberry Banana Gelatin Salad With Pecans

My grandmother loved to make this salad for us when we were young. She made it for the kids, but all the adults loved it too. The cooking time is actually the chill time. My grandmother was from the state of Oklahoma, and pecans are native to Texas. Therefore, this recipe represents the Southwestern region of the U.S.

• Ready In: 3 hrs 10 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 (6 ounce) package strawberry-banana gelatin
• 2  cups boiling water
• 2  cups cold water
• 1  pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (can use frozen if fresh are unavailable)
• 1⁄4 cup sugar
• 1  banana, halved and sliced
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped pecans
• 6  tablespoons  whipped cream (optional garnish)

Directions

1. Prepare gelatin with water according to the directions on the package. Refrigerate until slightly set, but not yet firm.
2. Meanwhile place hulled and sliced strawberries in a small bowl. Add sugar and leave at room temperature while the gelatin sets in the refrigerator.
3. When the gelatin is slightly set, add sliced strawberries, sliced banana, and chopped pecans. Stir gently to mix. Return gelatin to the refrigerator until firm.
4. Can be garnished with a tablespoon of whipped cream per serving, if desired.