Reviewed: Nov. 20, 2009

I want to love this recipe and taste-wise I do, but it's been so frustrating! Turns out so soupy which isn't appetizing. I've tried so many changes after the original didn't work AT ALL and this is what's been best: Used a little less soda (5-6 ounces), mixed in softened cream cheese and jello when marshmallow mix was still hot. Added pineapple (drained well) after I chilled for about an hour. I've been so busy adjusting for texture I haven't even tried different flavors but I may try that next.

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Karen

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Reviewed: Mar. 26, 2009

Just a fyi, fresh pineapple has an enzyme that prevents gelatin from setting. Only use canned pineapple in any jello recipe. You need to fold the pineapple in rather than beat it.

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ELKIE1

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Reviewed: Feb. 16, 2009

Okay, I must admit, when I read the recipe it sounded a lot like some concoction I would have come up with as a kid... those ones you dare your friends to eat. Well, I read the reviews and decided to give it a try. What a wonderful surprise. The appearance isn't much to rave about but the taste is nice and light and sweet. My preference now is to omit the nuts. I found the texture of the mousse like mix and the nuts just didn't quite go together.

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ForeverChristmas

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Reviewed: Oct. 23, 2008

This was pretty good. I used orange soda and jello since that's what I had on hand. I didn't have any whipped topping so I used extra marshmallows and half of the pineapple juice and the dessert became almost as firm as jello in about 2 hours.

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Tammy

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Reviewed: May 12, 2008

After reading some other reviews saying that this salad was "runny" I took extra care . . . did not beat the ingredients with a mixer to avoid breaking down the pineapple and creating more juice . . . did not use any artifically sweetened ingredients as I know some of these can contain more water . . . made it and refrigerated it for 24 hours prior to serving . . . and it was still runny! Very disappointing.

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Reviewed: May 8, 2008

When first making this, I was not a huge fan. But after taking a long hiatus, I LOVE this stuff. I found that this time I omitted the mayo and nuts. I also agree with others and not use a mixer. I will try to use the recipe with orange jello!

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Skis Sunshyn

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Reviewed: Mar. 19, 2008

looks unappealing but it's really good! new name for it by my family is "the green stuff" :)

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HEROMAINE

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Reviewed: Dec. 26, 2007

I have made this recipe twice. The first time was way too runny!! The second time I drained the juice from the pinapple (over 1 cup of juice) and it seemed to turn out much better. A delicious recipe that everyone enjoys.

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Reviewed: Dec. 18, 2007

I followed the recipe exactly except that I put in coconut instead of the pecans. Also, after the 1st step, I did not allow the marshmallow/soda mixture to cool before adding the other ingredients. I could not figure out how the cream cheese would mix in unless it could melt in. It turned out great and was very delicious! It was the perfect addition to our holiday meal. I made the recipe the day before so it had plenty of time to chill.

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IndianaAnna

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Reviewed: Oct. 17, 2007

This was such a hit with my family and friends that I had to make it again the very next day. I used pinapple tidbits the second time and they all said they liked better. Thanks, for such a great recipe

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Reviewed: May 18, 2007

I followed this recipe almost exactly... i didnt add nuts because of personal preference. good tasting recipe, but i only gave it 4 stars because it was too "limey" for me, has a strange consistency with the crushed pineapple, and it was a little too runny. if i made it again, i wouldn't add the pineapple juice - keeping the juice out might make it thicken up better. thanks for the recipe!

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Reviewed: Feb. 5, 2007

Yummy! I made this for our Super Bowl party. I omitted the nuts and substituted Fresca for the lemon-lime soda (close enough!) It was so smooth, creamy, and light. Amazing - a real keeper!

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ACPHIFER

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Reviewed: Nov. 29, 2006

Great hit at Thanksgiving! I think it would be a better fit for Christmas being that it is green. But you could really do this with any flavor Jello and matching pop. You could do Orange, Strawberry, or Grape. Perfect for all seasons. Or even Cherry with cherry 7-up.

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trinette

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Reviewed: Nov. 19, 2006

I brought this to a work potluck and everyone loved it! I didn't use Lime gelatin or the pecans, however. Other flavors work just as well (I used Raspberry Gelatin)! Easy to make and delicious!

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Reviewed: Apr. 18, 2006

I looked for one similar to my sister in laws she used to make...and this did the trick! It was a hit at Easter dinner. Kept the nuts out for the non nut-eating folks. May put in next time.

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Reviewed: Feb. 4, 2006

I found out why some people say it is runny. Well if you mix in the pineapple using a mixer it makes the juice in the pieces of pineapple come out. If you just stir in the pineapple gently no problem. Hope this helps It was a hit at bunco everyone wants to recipe.

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COOKANDQUILT

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Reviewed: Jan. 1, 2006

The taste was good - pineapple & lime - refeshing. It turned out slightly soupy - I exactly measured the 7 oz. of soda so it must be the juice with the crushed pineapple that varies among brand or size. After being in the refrigerator for over 24 hrs., I ended up putting it in the freezer and then lettin it thaw 30 min. prior to serving.

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Angie H.

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Reviewed: Dec. 28, 2005

I liked this recipe a lot and the kids we had over for Thanksgiving loved it. They kept asking for more of the "green stuff." I will definitely make it again. The carbonation gives it a little punch and it's not overly sweet. I don't like plain marshmallows, but the marshmallows gave this recipe a perfect tecture.

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Reviewed: Jun. 18, 2005

I thought this was just OK. I received a few compliments, but I think they may have been out of politeness. I thought it was way too runny, but the taste was not bad.

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