Cherries Jubilee Fruit Salad

Directions

1. 1
   Drain cherries, reserving syrup.
2. 2
   Add water to syrup to make 1 1/2 cups liquid.
3. 3
   In medium saucepan, combine gelatin and syrup mixture.
4. 4
   Heat and stir until gelatin dissolves.
5. 5
   Remove from heat; stir in sherry.
6. 6
   Chill until partially set.
7. 7
   Reserve 2 pear halves; slice and set aside for garnish.
8. 8
   Chop remaining pears; fold into gelatin along with cherries.
9. 9
   Chill until firm.
10. 10
    Unmold; garnish with lettuce leaves and pear slices.
11. 11
    Refrigerate until ready to serve.
12. 12
    Serves 8.