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Saturday, August 27, 2011

Rainbow Easter Eggs


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Are you ready for Easter?
I’ve working on those finishing touches the last few weeks while my six kiddos are off track.
The baskets are almost finished, the fillers are all ready and the candy is safely tucked away until the big day.
In the mean time, we’ve been having fun making some last minute Easter treats that are yummy, easy to make and great at keeping kids busy during an otherwise boring afternoon.
These take awhile to full set, but the assembly is beyond easy and great for little hands.
I used the rainbow Jello recipe and instructions from HERE. (Edited to add: You can buy the molds from the Kraft store HERE.)
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Spray the molds generously with cooking spray …
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… fill molds using a clean syringe …
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… making each layer 1/4” – 1/2” thick.
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Add layers according to the instructions and allow set up for at least four hours. To unmold, set the mold in warm water for a few minutes to loosen Jello and carefully unmold.
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If you rush the process or don’t coat your molds heavily with cooking spray, you’ll end up with a plate full of these.
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Tasty but ugly. It’s probably best that I eat these myself.






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Ideas for beautiful and creative Jell-o desserts for every occasion!


'70's Jell-O photo:)
Fluffy Jello Dessert
52/365 : the jelly experiment # 2
Food Librarian - Easter Jell-O
Blueberry Cream Jello
Rainbow Jello
Blueberry Tart Jello
Valentine's Broken Glass Jell-O
rainbow jello 
Rainbow Jello 100 
Stain Glass Jello
Banana Cream Jello
coconut milk jello..:))
Jello
jello
Jello Babies
Orange Jello Shots
White Russian Jello shot
St. Patrick's Day Ice Cream Jello
Ice Cream & Jello!

A Fresh Return To the Jello Mold: Peaches & Cream Jello

Guest Post from Victoria Belanger: The Jello Mold Mistress of Brooklyn

When we read this article on sweetened condensed milk and Jell-O, featuring the Jello Mold Mistress of Brooklyn, we were captivated! We asked Victoria, the Jello Mold Mistress herself, if she would contribute a recipe for Dessert Week, and she kindly obliged. Here is a fresh return to that old-fashioned dessert: the Jell-O mold!
Once celebrated as "America’s Most Famous Dessert", Jell-O has fallen from favor since its heyday in the 1950's. This often misunderstood treat was once the medium of the creative post-war housewife to make inventive meals and desserts, but it has since been relegated to ranks of hospital food and fraternity party Jell-O shots. However it need not be this way. 

The possibilities of Jell-O

Jell-O’s colors, flavors and malleability are often ignored. Jell-O is fun, nostalgic, and the creative culinary possibilities are almost endless. Show up to a backyard BBQ in a sea of potato salad and bean dip with a multi-layered, sunflower shaped Jell-O mold infused with peach schnapps and peach slices and you are bound to stand out from the crowd. And once fellow partygoers try the layers of creamy sweetened condensed milk and peach gelatin with a zing of schnapps, minds will be changed about the boringness of Jell-O.
During my stint with unemployment I needed a new hobby to fill the time between job searching and cycling. I started experimenting with gelatin molding. Cooking was never my thing but I needed an inexpensive, creative outlet that would give me a much-needed sense of accomplishment. The molds started simply, usually with alcohol, and a single flavor that I would bring to parties and BBQs. The desserts were well received by friends and family, to their surprise, realizing that this was not their grandmother’s gelatin dessert. Inspired to do more and wanting to change the perception that gelatin is boring I kept making my molded creations, coming up with more elaborate and unexpected recipes involving layers of fruit, cream, and exotic gelatin flavors. People were so excited by my new endeavor they started finding vintage molds in thrift stores to give to me along with suggestions for gelatin concoctions they’d like me to make. Inspired, I strove to make not only tasty desserts but also visually interesting creations. I started to consider each of my molded gelatins to be little sculptures.
Not only are Jell-O molds delicious and beautiful to behold, but they are also easy, fun, and inexpensive to make. You don’t have to be a pastry chief to mold gelatin and you don’t have to shop at a fancy gourmet market to find ingredients.

Tips for a succesful Jell-O mold

In order to make a successful Jell-O mold there are some simple tips and tricks:
• Firstly select an appropriate mold. Use a traditional decorative metal or plastic mold. (Glass and ceramic molds are heavy and make unmolding the gelatin more difficult). Also choosing a mold that is the same volume as your recipe, in this case a 7 or 8 cup mold, will make unmolding easier.
• To prepare gelatin for molding use 25% less cold water than the package calls for. For example for a 3 oz package of gelatin, prepare with 1 cup boiling water, but only 3/4 cups of cold water instead of 1 cup as the package calls for. (This adjustment has already been made for this recipe.) Decreasing the water makes the gelatin firmer and therefore less fragile and easier to unmold.
• To suspend or arrange fruits in gelatin, first refrigerate it until thickened to the consistency of raw eggs. When you draw a spoon through it, it should leave a definite impression. If the gelatin is too thin the fruit may sink to the bottom or float to the top. Arrange fruit in a pattern in the bottom of the mold and spoon the thickened gelatin over it. Or stir the fruit into the thickened gelatin to suspended it throughout and spoon mixture into the mold.
• To create layers in your mold it works best to alternate clear and opaque layers as this makes layers distinct and defined. If you create all clear layers of different colors, the layers may be hard to discern as the light passes through the mold. Opaque layers can be created by substituting ice cream, yogurt, sweetened condensed milk (my favorite), whipped topping, or cream cheese for some of the water in the preparation. Refrigerate each layer until the gelatin is set but not firm before adding the next layer. The gelatin should be relatively firm but stick to your fingers when touched. If the lower layer is too firm, the layers will not adhere to each other and may slip apart when unmolded. Each layer mixture should be cool and slightly thickened before pouring it into he mold. A warm mixture could soften the layer below and cause the layers to run together.
With these basic rules and a little creativity one can create almost any kind of mold they imagine. The possibilities are endless!


Peaches & Cream Jello (with Schnapps)
2 (3 oz) packages of peach flavored gelatin
3 1/2 cups boiling water
1 1/4 cups cold water
3/4 cup peach schnapps (or substitute cold water for non-alcoholic version)
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (15 oz) can sliced peaches
2 envelopes Knox unflavored gelatin
In a medium bowl, stir 2 cups boiling water into both packages of peach gelatin for 2 minutes until the gelatin is fully dissolved. Stir in 3/4 cups cold water and 3/4 cup peach schnapps. Refrigerate until gelatin thickens to the consistency of raw eggs. Drain peaches well and arrange them in a formation in the bottom of the mold. Reserve the syrup from the can. Spoon the thickened peach gelatin into the mold over the arranged peach slices. Refrigerate until the gelatin is set but not firm (gelatin should stick the fingers when touched).
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, sprinkle 2 packages of unflavored gelatin (Knox) over 1/2 cup cold water and allow the gelatin to absorb the water. Stir in 1 1/2 cups boiling water for 2 minutes until gelatin is fully dissolved. Stir in sweetened condensed milk and peach syrup until the mixture is smooth. Refrigerate mixture until slightly thicken then gently spoon into the mold over the peach gelatin layer. Refrigerate overnight or until firm.
To unmold your Jell-O mold, fill a sink or basin with warm water. Dip the mold just to the rim in the warm water for about 10 seconds. Lift from water, hold upright, and shake slightly to loosen the gelatin from mold. Place a cold, moistened plate over the top of the mold and invert the plate and mold together. Carefully lift the mold, if gelatin does not release dip the mold in warm water and try again.
Thank you for sharing, Victoria!

Pomegranate Jello Salad

 

I enjoyed this jello salad numerous times this past holiday season! I love the crunch of the pomegranates in it! It's a fast recipe!

1 8oz. cool whip
2 personal size Dannon La Creme Strawberry Yogurt
1 Large Pomegranate (seeded)
3 bananas
2 cans drained mandarin oranges
10 oz. mini marshmallows
bunch of grapes

Mix cool whip and yogurt together in a bowl. Then stir in your fruit.

Looking for an easy way to seed a pomegranate click here!

Jello-Tapioca Fruit Salad

 

If your looking for a nice Jell-O salad, this one seems to be a favorite. I have done it with raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, and even pomegranates. Match whatever jell-O and fruit you have on hand. I have used fresh, frozen and canned fruit. Fresh is always best!

Ingredients
1 (3 oz) pkg jello (orange or whatever flavor)
1 (3 oz) pkg vanilla cook and serve pudding
1 (3 oz) pkg tapioca cook and serve pudding
3 cups boiling water
2 cups cool whip or whipping cream
2 cans of mandarin oranges (or fruit to go with the Jell-O flavor picked)

Method
Boil 3 cups water. Add jello and puddings. Keep stirring until thick. Put in fridge overnight or until completely cool. Add cream or cool whip and fruit. Garnish with fresh fruit and mint leaves!  http://emskitchenmojo.blogspot.com/2011/07/jello-tapioca-fruit-salad.html

Favorite Jello Fruit Salad

 

My mom always made this jello salad when I was growing up. When someone said jello salad I think that I automatically assumed it would be like this. Anyway now its a family favorite and it has legendary status because many family get-togethers include this dish.



FAVORITE JELLO FRUIT SALAD

1-6 oz. package orange gelatin
1-16 oz. container whipped topping, thawed
1 lb. cottage cheese
1-29 oz. can fruit cocktail, drained
2-11 oz. cans mandarin oranges, drained
2 c miniature marshmallows

Combine gelatin and whipped topping. Add cottage cheese. Stir in fruit and marshmallows. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours before serving. 

Strawberry Jell-O Salad {Potluck Sunday}

 

Good morning everyone and welcome to another edition of Potluck Sunday. Christmas is only 12 days away are you ready? I'm not but I am getting closer to finishing up my Christmas shopping and my holiday baking. Today I wanted to share a recipe for my favorite Strawberry Jell-O Salad.

Have you started on your Christmas Dinner Menu? I have and it includes this yummy Jell-O Salad. Down here in Texas the holidays just wouldn't be the same if you didn't have a jell-o salad on your Thanksgiving and Christmas table.

I got this recipe from my mother in law about 14 years ago and I have been making it ever since. Recently I have changed the recipe up just a bit to suit my kids taste. The original recipe called for shredded American cheese, but I chose to substitute with mini marshmallows. Now my kids gobble this up. I use anywhere between 1/2 to 3/4 cup marshmallows it all depends on how many you want.

I was also thinking that you could play around with the jell-o flavor for a whole different salad. Strawberry is still my all time favorite but lime, cranberry or even orange would be yummy. Maybe you're still looking for another salad or side dish at your Christmas table. If so I think you will love this as much as my family does.
 

So today I am bringing my favorite jell-o salad to our Sunday Potluck. Do you have a recipe you would like to bring to our the potluck? If so then link directly to your post not your homepage. Please include a link back to Mommy's Kitchen, so everyone can view all of the delicious recipes. In usual fashion I have included some step by step photos but the full recipe is at the end of this post.
Mix water, sugar and pineapple over low heat until sugar is dissolved. Add the dry jello and mix to combine. Allow the mixture to cool for about twenty to thirty minutes. Add the pecans and fold in the whipped whipping cream and the mini marshmallows.

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. This is always the hardest part for me. Patience is not one of my best qualities.




Strawberry Jell-O Salad

1 – 3 oz pkg strawberry jell-O
1 – 8 oz can crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 - cup granulated sugar
1/2 - cup water
1/2 - 3/4 cup mini marshmallows
1 - pint fresh whipping cream, whipped (not cool whip)
1/2 - cup pecan pieces

Mix water, sugar and pineapple over low heat until sugar is dissolved. Add the dry jello and mix well. Allow the mixture to cool for twenty to thirty minutes. While the mixture cools whip the whipping cream and place it in the refrigerator. When the jell-o mixture is cool add the pecans and fold in the whipped whipping cream. Add the mini marshmallows last. Refrigerate at least 2 hours.  http://www.mommyskitchen.net/2010/12/strawberry-jell-o-salad-potluck-sunday.html

Orange Fruit Salad Recipe

 

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Orange Fruit Salad Recipe
Ingredients
2 (large) cans mandarin oranges, drained
1 medium carton cool whip
1 can crushed pineapple, drained
1 box orange jello mix
1 small carton large curd cottage cheese
1/2 bag of mini marshmallows
Mix cottage cheese and cool whip in one small bowl. Mix both these ingredients well and keep aside. Next, in the large mixing bowl,mix mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple and orange jello mix. Stir thoroughly. Fold in the cool whip and cheese mixture together into a serving bowl. Last fold in mini marshmallows.
A great summer fruit salad recipe to go with your next cookout or take to a potluck!   http://www.imbodenlive.com/2011/07/05/orange-fruit-salad-recipe/

Frosted Strawberry Salad

 

Strawberry SaladThis is an absolutely delicious gelatin salad. It makes a great, cool summer salad and a perfect salad for the holidays. It’s made with strawberries, pineapple, bananas, and cream cheese. No wonder it’s good.
For the base layer:
1 8-ounce can crushed pineapple
2 cups apple juice
3 cups sliced fresh strawberries (about 1 1/2 pounds before trimming and slicing)
1 banana, sliced
3/4 cup pecan pieces
2 3-ounce packages strawberry flavored gelatin
1 8-ounce package cream cheese
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
2 cups whipped topping such as Dream Whip®
  1. Drain the pineapple and reserve the juice. Set the drained pineapple aside.
  2. In a saucepan, bring the apple juice mixture to a boil. Pour the hot juice into a bowl and add the gelatin. Stir to dissolve. Refrigerate until partially set.
  3. Beat the cream cheese and mayonnaise together until light and fluffy. Fold in the gelatin mixture. Fold in the whipped topping.
  4. Fold the pineapple, strawberries, sliced banana, and pecans into the remaining cream cheese mixture. Pour into an 8 x 13 pan. Chill until the top sets, about 20 minutes.
For the top layer:
reserved pineapple juice plus water to make one cup
1 packet unflavored gelatin
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1 cup whipped topping such as Dream Whip
  1. Bring the juice and water mixture to a boil. Dissolve the unflavored gelatin in the boiling water. Turn the heat down, add the marshmallows and stir until the marshmallows are dissolved. Set aside to cool until tepid but not set.
  2. Fold in the whipped topping. Spread the topping mixture over the fruit mixture. Chill for several hours before serving.   http://www.preparedpantry.com/Frosted-Strawberry-Salad-Recipe.htm

Recipe: Stars & Stripes Cheesecake Shots

Patriotic Cheesecake Shots Recipe
Are these Stars & Stripes Cheesecake Shots DARLING or what?! The super-talented Carrie of Half Baked was kind enough to share the full recipe and instructions with us today…just in time for 4th of July!
You could easily tailor these pretty little treats to other occasions though too… from bridal showers to birthday parties to Christmas parties. I can definitely see the red & white version making an appearance at our house during the winter holidays this year… maybe with white chocolate peppermint cheesecake and a mini candy cane garnish! Am I really talking about Christmas already on July 1st? Yikes! =) Getting back to the upcoming holiday, read on for the festive Independence Day tutorial

Patriotic Cheesecake Shots Recipe
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Stars & Stripes Cheesecake Shots

by Carrie of Half Baked
Ingredients:
– 4 pkg. (8 oz. each) cream cheese, softened
– 1/3 cup + 1T sugar
– 1/2 tsp. vanilla
– 1 tub (8 oz.) Cool Whip, thawed
– 8 – 10 graham crackers
– Fresh Berries
– Finely crush graham crackers
Directions:
Beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla in large bowl with mixer until smooth. Gently stir in cool whip until well blended.
Fill individual glasses half way with cream cheese mixture, either using a spoon or a piping bag fitted with a large round tip for a more polished presentation. Top with 1 tsp graham cracker crumbs. Shake glass to level crumbs. Fill to the top with more of the cream cheese mixture. Lightly sprinkle with additional graham cracker crumbs and top with berries. Add a star pastry for an extra fun little touch.
Refrigerate 4 hours or until firm. Serve chilled. Makes roughly 16 mini servings, depending on the size of your shot glass.
Tips:
– Use a Ziploc bag to fill glasses if you don’t have a piping bag. Just fill it partially, seal and snip off one corner. Squeeze out!
– Set out cream cheese ahead of time so that it is room temperature. This will help everything blend together and create a smooth consistency.
– Serve with a bowl of berries and additional Star Pastries for a patriotic display.
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Patriotic Cheesecake Shots Recipe
Patriotic Cheesecake Shots Recipe
Patriotic Cheesecake Shots Recipe
Patriotic Cheesecake Shots Recipe
Patriotic Cheesecake Shots Recipe
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Vendor Credits:
Recipe and Photography by Carrie Sellman of Half Baked    http://www.hostessblog.com/2011/07/recipe-stars-stripes-cheesecake-shots/