PERFECTION SALAD- GRANDMA'S VERSION
Perfection Salad was invented in 1905 when Knox gelatin ran a recipe contest. A Pennsylvania woman won 3rd place with this salad and, now her salad is famous and the other 2 recipes that got the higher awards are unknown. You never know. :) Here is my Grandma's version of Perfection Salad. I understand it is a little different...
Provided by Kathie Carr
Categories Gelatin Salads
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Combine the 2 packages of lime Jell-O with 4 cups of hot water in a large bowl, stirring until dissolved. Stir in cold water. Immediately add vegetables and well drained pineapple. Pour mixture into a mold or serving dish. Refrigerate until mixture has set (about 2 or 3 hours).
- 2. Prepare the lemon Jell-O package following directions on package. Pour over the first mixture after it has set. Refrigerate the salad for several hours more or overnight. Unmold by dipping into hot water for 10 seconds.
- 3. OPTIONAL: Serve with a sauce made of 1 cup mayonnaise or Miracle Whip thinned with 1-2 tablespoons milk, and sweetened with 1-2 tablespoons sugar. mix well until sugar is dissolved. Adjust amounts of milk and sugar to your taste. Spoon over salad as it is served.
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Toyba Tasmin
[email protected]This salad is a winner! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the combination of flavors, and the dressing is to die for.
J Marie C
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so versatile, and it's always a hit. I've made it with different types of fruit, nuts, and cheese, and it's always delicious. The dressing is also perfect, and it really brings all the flavors together.
Jafrry Silver
[email protected]This is a great salad for a summer picnic. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to transport. I also love that it can be made ahead of time.
Bryce Krantz
[email protected]I've made this salad several times, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the addition of the grapes, they add a nice sweetness to the salad.
Okenwa Thelma
[email protected]This is one of my favorite salads. It's so simple to make, but it's always delicious. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors, and the dressing is perfect.
Don Best king
[email protected]I made this salad for a party last weekend, and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about it, and I even got a few requests for the recipe. I'll definitely be making it again.
Milly Komape
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey. It's also a great make-ahead salad, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.
MD Niyaz Mahmud Nazim
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so light and refreshing, and the dressing is amazing. I've made it several times, and it's always a hit.
Saja Aljabri
[email protected]This is my go-to salad recipe for potlucks and picnics. It's always a hit, and it's so easy to make. I usually double the recipe so that I have plenty of leftovers for lunch the next day.
Gus Daugherty
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so versatile, and it's always a hit. I've made it with different types of fruit, nuts, and cheese, and it's always delicious. The dressing is also perfect, and it really brings all the flavors together.
Risha Jahan eva
[email protected]This is a great salad for a summer picnic. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to transport. I also love that it can be made ahead of time.
Agnus Javed
[email protected]I've made this salad several times, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the addition of the grapes, they add a nice sweetness to the salad.
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[email protected]This is one of my favorite salads. It's so simple to make, but it's always delicious. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors, and the dressing is perfect.
Syed Waheed
[email protected]I made this salad for a party last weekend, and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about it, and I even got a few requests for the recipe. I'll definitely be making it again.
AKD Tube
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey. It's also a great make-ahead salad, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.
Ujjal Kumar
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so light and refreshing, and the dressing is amazing. I've made it several times, and it's always a hit.
Sandeshraj Kushawaha
[email protected]This is my go-to salad recipe for potlucks and picnics. It's always a hit, and it's so easy to make ahead of time. I usually double the recipe so that I have plenty of leftovers for lunch the next day.
Tobias Nkomo
[email protected]I've been making this salad for years, and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the addition of the poppy seeds, they add a nice crunch.
Theresa Boahemaa
[email protected]This salad was a huge hit at our family gathering! Everyone loved the combination of sweet and savory flavors, and the dressing was perfect! I will definitely be making this again.