Basic Molded Gelatin Salads - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. lemon juice or good mild vinegar
1 pkg. flavored gelatin
1 to 1 1/2 c. vegetables, fruit, seafood, etc.

Preparation

Prepare gelatin (choose a flavor to make an interesting combination with the foods you are going to add) according to the directions on the package, adding the lemon juice or vinegar for sharpness.
Use 1 3/4 cups liquid instead of the 2 cups called for in the directions.
Chill.
When partially set (about the consistency of cold egg whites), add the food to make the salad. Pour into 6 or 8 individual molds and chill.