Eggnog Salad Mold - unflavored gelatin

Method

• In a small bowl, combine gelatin and water; set aside.
• Drain pears, reserving juice; set pears aside.
• Add enough water to the juice to measure 2 cups.
• Pour into a saucepan; bring to a boil.
• Remove from the heat; stir in gelatin mixture and lemon gelatin until completely dissolved.
• Cool for about 15 minutes.
• Stir in sour cream and eggnog until well blended.
• Chill until partially set.
• Cut the oranges and pears into chunks; add to eggnog mixture.
• Pour into an oiled 6-cup mold.
• Chill until firm.
• Garnish with oranges, cherries and mint if desired.