Strawberry Banana Gelatin Salad With Pecans

• 1 (6 ounce) package strawberry-banana gelatin
• 2 cups boiling water
• 2 cups cold water
• 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (can use frozen if fresh are unavailable)
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 banana, halved and sliced
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 6 tablespoons whipped cream (optional garnish)

1. Prepare gelatin with water according to the directions on the package. Refrigerate until slightly set, but not yet firm.
2. Meanwhile place hulled and sliced strawberries in a small bowl. Add sugar and leave at room temperature while the gelatin sets in the refrigerator.
3. When the gelatin is slightly set, add sliced strawberries, sliced banana, and chopped pecans. Stir gently to mix. Return gelatin to the refrigerator until firm.
4. Can be garnished with a tablespoon of whipped cream per serving, if desired.

strawberrybanana gelatin, boiling water, cold water, fresh strawberries, sugar, banana, pecans, whipped cream

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/strawberry-banana-gelatin-salad-with-pecans-122220 (may not work)