Pear Cottage Mold

Directions

1. 1
   Drain pears, reserving 1/3 cup syrup.
2. 2
   Combine reserved syrup, water and lemon juice in small saucepan; bring to boil.
3. 3
   Add gelatin; stir until dissolved.
4. 4
   With rotary beater, beat in mayonnaise until smooth; chill until partially set.
5. 5
   Set aside 3 pear halves for garnish; dice remaining pears into 1/2-inch cubes. Fold remaining ingredients into gelatin mixture.
6. 6
   Pour into 5 or 6 cup mold.
7. 7
   Chill until firm.
8. 8
   Unmold onto lettuce-lined serving plate.
9. 9
   Slice reserved pear halves; place around mold for garnish. Makes 6 servings.