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Red White And Blue Salad Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing patriotic dessert! This recipe, a beloved classic from Joyce Lamont's 1979 cookbook, features layers of luscious red raspberry, creamy white, and bright blue blueberry gelatin. A nostalgic trip back to grandma's kitchen, perfect for summer barbecues, Memorial Day, the 4th of July, or any celebration! Originally broadcast on WCCO radio and cherished by listeners for generations, this easy-to-make salad is sure to become a family favorite.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 390 mins
Calories 203.9 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Red White And Blue Salad

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Ingredients for Red White And Blue Salad

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How to Make Red White And Blue Salad

  1. **Make the Red Layer:** Dissolve 1 (3 ounce) package of raspberry gelatin in 1 cup boiling water. Stir in 1 (10 ounce) package of frozen raspberries.
  2. Pour the mixture into a 13x9 inch baking dish. Refrigerate until firm (about 2-3 hours).
  3. **Make the White Layer:** In a medium saucepan, heat 2 cups half-and-half and 1/2 cup sugar over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
  4. In a small bowl, soften 1 (1 ounce) package of unflavored gelatin in 1/4 cup cold water for 5 minutes.
  5. Stir the softened gelatin into the warm half-and-half mixture until completely dissolved.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup sour cream and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  7. Let the mixture cool slightly, then pour it over the set red layer. Refrigerate until firm (about 2-3 hours).
  8. **Make the Blue Layer:** Dissolve 1 (3 ounce) package of blue gelatin in 1 cup boiling water.
  9. Stir in 1 (15 ounce) can of blueberries, including the juice.
  10. Let the mixture cool slightly, then pour it over the set white layer.
  11. Chill the salad until completely firm (at least 4 hours or overnight).
  12. Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy this taste of Americana!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

118g

Fat

20g

Carbs

11g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Gelatin Desserts Eggs Dairy Fruit American Refrigerator Dinner Party Holiday Event Kid Friendly Summer Dietary Seasonal Midwestern Toddler Friendly Berries Blueberries Raspberries Equipment Number Of Servings Presentation Served Cold