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Orange Gelatin Pretzel Salad

2 cups crushed pretzels
3 teaspoons plus 3/4 cup sugar, divided
3/4 cup butter, melted
2 packages (3 ounces each) orange gelatin
2 cups boiling water
2 cans (8 ounces each) crushed pineapple, drained
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups whipped topping
Additional whipped topping, optional

In a small bowl, combine pretzels and 3 teaspoons sugar; stir in
butter. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at

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Orange Gelatin Pretzel Salad cont.

350° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. In a large bowl,
dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Add pineapple and oranges. Chill
until partially set, about 30 minutes. In a small mixing bowl,
beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped
topping. Spread over crust. Gently spoon gelatin mixture over cream
cheese layer. Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours or until firm.
Cut into squares. Garnish with additional whipped topping if desired.

Yield: 15 servings.