Ok, I have to say something here…my older sister HATES this recipe. Cringes if you even mention black cherry Jell-o. I on the other hand adore this and would look forward to having it when we would go to my great-grandmother’s house. Really, really, really love this salad.

I don’t add the extra sugar and am likely to use cheddar in place of the American cheese.

Black Cherry Salad

1 3 oz. pkg. black cherry gelatin
1/3 c sugar
1 c water
1 c shredded American cheese
1 8 1/2 oz. can crushed pineapple
1 c whipped cream

Mix gelatin and sugar and water, cook until gelatin and sugar dissolve. Cool and add cheese and pineapple. Chill until partially set. Add whipped cream and chill until firm. Serves 6.