Ingredients

  • 1 (16-ounce) box graham crackers, crushed fine and divided
  • 32 large marshmallows, cut into small pieces
  • 1 (8-ounce) package chopped dates
  • 18 red maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • Additional whipped cream
  • 12 red maraschino cherries, drained

Method

  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, reserving 1/2cup, marshmallow pieces, dates, chopped cherries, half-and-half, and pecans in a large mixing bowl. Mix well.
  • Spoon mixture onto waxed paper, shaping into a 12- x 3-inch roll. Cover with reserved graham cracker crumbs. Wrap securely in waxed paper, and chill several hours or overnight.
  • Cut roll into twelve 1-inchthick slices; place each slice on a dessert plate. Dollop with additional whipped cream, and garnish with a cherry.