Mandarin Orange Jello Salad

Submitted by Diane Wilber

2 (16 oz.) cartons small curd cottage cheese
1 (12 oz.) container Cool Whip
2 (6 oz.) cartons orange Jello (do not dissolve Jello, just put in the dry powder)
3 911 oz.) cans mandarin oranges, drained

Combine cottage cheese, Cool Whip and dry jello; mix well. Fold in mandarin oranges.

Refrigerate for 24 hours before serving.

This is an all time favorite of Mike's mother, whenever we would get together for dinner in Cato-Meridian, New York, during the 21 years we lived in Vergennes, Vermont. It was always quickly consumed, yet is so easy to prepare. Enjoy!