~ Pear Lime Salad ~

1 can pear halves

1 pkg lime jello

1 pkg cream cheese

1 can crushed pineapple, drained

1 cup chopped pecans, toasted

1 carton cool whip

Drain pears, reserving juice, set pairs aside. In a small pan, bring juice to a boil. Stir in jello until dissolved. Remove from heat, and cool slightly.

In  a blender combine pears and cream cheese, blend till smooth.

Transfer to a large bowl  stir in jello mixture until blended. Stir in pineapple and ¾ cup pecans. Fold in topping, Pour into 11x7 dish, and refrigerate. Put  remaining pecans on top. Enjoy,