Frankies Sunshine Jello Salad Recipes

FRENCH FRY DELUXE SALAD

Steps:

• Bake the french fries as the label directs until crisp. Let cool.
• Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until crisp, about 4 minutes per side; transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Cool slightly, then break the bacon into pieces. Make the dressing: Whisk the mustard, pickle, pickle juice, ketchup, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar and 2 tablespoons water in a large bowl. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste. Add the french fries, bacon, tomatoes, red onion, romaine and cheddar cheese to the bowl with the dressing and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Divide the salad among bowls. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired.
• Photograph by Charles Masters

FRANKIE'S SUNSHINE JELLO SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare Jello according to package directions.
• Stir in carrots and pineapple.
• Pour into 9 X 13 inch pan or other mold.
• Chill over night. Keep leftovers chilled.

GRANDMA'S SUNSHINE SALAD

Steps:

• 1. Drain pineapple and set the pineapple aside for now. To the pineapple juice, add the lemon juice and enough cold water to equal one cup. Dissolve the jello with boiling water. Stir the pineapple juice mixture into the dissolved jello.
• 2. Pour the jello into a mold or a small square baking dish. Place it in the refrigerator and chill until it begins to thicken (about 45 minutes to 1 hour).
• 3. Add the reserved pineapple, shredded carrots, pecans and salt to the jello. Stir very well to combine the ingredients. Pour into a mold and chill until set (4 hours or overnight). To serve, cut into squares and top with a small dollop of mayonnaise (if desired).

SUNSHINE SALAD

Steps:

• Combine orange and lemon jello; dissolve in boiling water.
• Measure out one cup; chill until slightly thickened.
• Add cold water to remaining jello, then add 1 8 ounce tin crushed pineapple with juice, and the coarsely grated carrots.
• Stir well.
• Pour into a decorative mold.
• Chill until set but not firm (about 45 minutes).
• Blend yogurt with reserved jello; spoon into mold.
• Chill until firm (3-4 hours).
• Unmold and serve.

BONNIE'S HOLIDAY JELLO WITH FRUIT

Steps:

• 1. NOTE: Please read instructions through before making the recipe. Here is some information about making the perfect Jello: There is a first time for everyone, when it comes to making jello recipes, and the instructions on the side of the pack just say "add hot water, stir, add cold water, stir, chill" which seems to suggest that jello making is foolproof. Unfortunately, that is not the case. For making jello, you need to use a measuring cup to make sure you have exactly the right amount of water. Guesswork is not recommended. Follow the package directions FOR ADDING FRUIT, and mix your jello accordingly. You will use a little LESS WATER if you are adding fruit than if you are making plain jello. MAKE SURE YOUR WATER IS HOT. Get the right amount of hot water and sprinkle the jello powder on top. At this point add sugar if the recipe calls for it. Using a fork or wire whisk, mix together the jello and hot water making sure you mix it completely. Keep going until it is completely combined. When the jello has dissolved, add the cold water and mix well. Mixing well is what gives your jello recipe a good consistency. Chill the jello until it is semi-firm and add the fruits and nuts. You want a big bowl of fruits and nuts bound together with the jello. There will be more fruit than jello, and that is what you want.
• 2. So, let's begin! It is actually very easy! Mix the Jello according to the package directions for adding fruit. ADD 1/2 CUP OF SUGAR to the hot water and mix it in with the jello. Let the jello set until semi-firm. Watch that it does not set before you can add the fruit, and also, do not add the fruit before it is semi-firm.
• 3. While you are waiting for the jello to get semi-firm, prepare the fruits. Cut the grapes in half, peel the orange with a knife (so no white membrane is in the jello) and dice it. Slice your bananas just before you fold it into the jello.
• 4. Add the prepared fruits and nuts and mix thoroughly. You will have more fruit than jello, and that is what you want. I usually make my Holiday Jello in a big bowl instead of a mold or ring. Smooth the top of the jello with the back of a spoon pushing any fruits that pop up down under the jello. Let it set until firm. Serve the jello with a big dollop of whipped cream or cool whip. Enjoy!

THANKSGIVING JELL-O® SALAD

Steps:

• Stir pineapple, cottage cheese, and whipped topping together in a bowl; sprinkle gelatin mix over the top and stir until well-mixed. Refrigerate until chilled and set, at least 2 hours.