Party Salad

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve gelatin in 1 cup boiling water.
2. 2
   Drain pineapple, reserving 1/2 cup syrup.
3. 3
   Add to gelatin mixture; mix well.
4. 4
   Chill until thickened.
5. 5
   Fold in cottage cheese, Cool Whip, pineapple, cherries and almonds.
6. 6
   Pour into 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan or individual molds.
7. 7
   Chill until firm.
8. 8
   Unmold.
9. 9
   Serve on lettuce leaf with mayonnaise and shredded cheese, if desired.