Eggnog Salad Mold

Directions

1. 1
   In a small bowl, combine gelatin and water; set aside.
2. 2
   Drain pears, reserving juice; set pears aside.
3. 3
   Add enough water to the juice to measure 2 cups.
4. 4
   Pour into a saucepan; bring to a boil.
5. 5
   Remove from the heat; stir in gelatin mixture and lemon gelatin until completely dissolved.
6. 6
   Cool for about 15 minutes.
7. 7
   Stir in sour cream and eggnog until well blended.
8. 8
   Chill until partially set.
9. 9
   Cut the oranges and pears into chunks; add to eggnog mixture.
10. 10
    Pour into an oiled 6-cup mold.
11. 11
    Chill until firm.
12. 12
    Garnish with oranges, cherries and mint if desired.