Strawberry Angel Dessert - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 envelope unflavored gelatin
3/4 c. cold water
1/2 c. sugar
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen sliced strawberries, thawed
1 carton (8 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed
5 c. angel food cake cubes
fresh strawberries (optional)
fresh mint (optional)

Preparation

In a saucepan, combine gelatin and cold water; let stand 5 minutes to soften.
Heat and stir over low heat just until gelatin dissolves.
Remove from heat; add sugar.
Stir until dissolved. Stir in undrained strawberries.
Chill until partially thickened. Fold in whipped topping.
Place cake cubes in a mixing bowl; pour strawberry mixture over cake and mix gently.
Pour into an ungreased 8-inch square baking dish.
Chill until firm.
Garnish with fresh strawberries and mint if desired.
Yields 9 servings.