Almond-Cherry Mold

Directions

1. 1
   Drain cherries, reserving syrup.
2. 2
   Add enough cold water to syrup to measure 1-1/2 cups.
3. 3
   Cut cherries in half.
4. 4
   Add boiling water to gelatin mix in large bowl; stir 2 min.
5. 5
   until completely dissolved.
6. 6
   Stir in cherry liquid and almond extract.
7. 7
   Refrigerate 1-1/2 hours or until thickened.
8. 8
   Stir in cherries.
9. 9
   Pour into 5-cup mold sprayed with cooking spray.
10. 10
    Refrigerate 4 hours or until firm.
11. 11
    Unmold.
12. 12
    Top with COOL WHIP and nuts just before serving.