English Trifle
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"This recipe is a given in our home for most holidays, especially Christmas and Thanksgiving. It is easy to prepare and very tasty. It can be made a day or two ahead."
Original recipe yield: 10 to 12 servings.
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INGREDIENTS:
- 1 (6 ounce) package strawberry flavored gelatin
- 1/2 cup wine
- 1 (19 ounce) can fruit cocktail, drained
- 16 ounces sponge cake, cut in cubes
- 1 (3.5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
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DIRECTIONS:
- In a large glass bowl, combine the gelatin and 2 cups boiling water. Mix until dissolved.
- Mix together the wine, reserved fruit cocktail syrup and enough cold water to equal 1 3/4 cups. Add to gelatin and mix well.
- Add cubed cake and fruit to mixture; stir and refrigerate 4 to 5 hours.
- Prepare custard according to packaging to equal 2 cups. Pour over gelatin mixture and refrigerate. Top with whipped topping before serving.
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