Grandma Peterson found this recipe, and it has been a fairly constant dish at family celebrations since then (much more popular than the Peterson green jello). Where the Midwest idea of jello at every meal came from, we don稚 know.
INGREDIENTS
1 c. water
1 stick of cinnamon (3 in. or so)
8 whole cloves
1 pkg, (3 oz.) orange jello
3/4 c. (6 oz.) frozen orange juice concentrate, partially thawed
1 T. lemon juice
1 can (11 oz.) mandarin oranges, drained
INSTRUCTIONS
In saucepan, combine water and spices; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes, and remove spices. Add dry jello, stir until dissolved. Add orange juice concentrate and lemon juice; mix well. Chill until slightly thickened, about one hour.
Fold in mandarin oranges. Pour into a 3-cup mold. (Unmolding is easier if you put a shot of spray shortening in the mold.) Chill until firm, at least 4 hours.
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Copyright 2009 Karen Clark