Sawdust Salad Recipe: A Sweet & Tangy Delight

Name: Sawdust Salad Recipe: A Sweet & Tangy Delight
Total time: 2 hrs 30 mins
Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) package lemon flavored Jell-O® mix; 1 (3 ounce) package orange flavored Jell-O® mix; 2 cups boiling water; 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained; 1 (16 ounce) package miniature marshmallows; 2 cups pineapple juice; 1 cup white sugar; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 3 bananas, sliced; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 (1.3 ounce) envelopes whipped topping mix; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 1 cup shredded coconut, toasted

Our family's classic Sawdust Salad, a delightful fruit salad or dessert, gets its name from the charmingly rustic appearance of the toasted coconut topping.

Total time2 hrs 30 mins
Prep time15 mins
Cook time15 mins
Yield12

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Instructions

Assemble all the necessary ingredients to get started.
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve both the lemon and orange gelatin powders in boiling water. Ensure the powders are fully dissolved, then incorporate the drained crushed pineapple and marshmallows. Place the mixture in the refrigerator to firm up completely.
While the gelatin mixture is chilling, in a saucepan, whisk together the reserved pineapple juice, sugar, eggs, and flour. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens to a custard consistency. Be careful not to scorch the mixture.
Take the saucepan off the heat and allow the custard to cool slightly before gently spreading it over the now-firm gelatin layer.
Toss the sliced bananas gently with lemon juice to prevent browning and maintain their vibrant color. Drain any excess juice, then create a layer of sliced bananas over the cooled custard.
Prepare the whipped topping mix as instructed on the package, then beat in the softened cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Spread the whipped topping mixture evenly over the banana layer. Finish by generously sprinkling the toasted coconut on top.
Refrigerate the salad for a minimum of 2 to 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld together perfectly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 485 kcal
Fat Content: 10 g
Fiber Content: 2 g
Sugar Content: 71 g
Sodium Content: 199 mg
Protein Content: 5 g
Cholesterol Content: 52 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 92 g
Saturated Fat Content: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g