Tuna Mousse - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 envelope unflavored gelatin
1/2 c. cold water
2 (7 oz.) cans water packed tuna, drained and flaked
2 c. mayonnaise
2 Tbsp. grated onion
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1/2 tsp. celery salt
fresh ground pepper to taste
1 (4 1/2 oz.) can small shrimp, drained (optional)

Preparation

Soften gelatin in water in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until gelatin is completely dissolved (about 1 minute); set aside. Place remaining ingredients, except shrimp, in container of electric blender. Process until well mixed. Gradually add gelatin mixture; process until smooth. Stir shrimp into tuna mixture, if desired. Pour tuna mixture into an oiled 5 1/2-cup mold; chill until firm. Unmold mousse; serve with crackers. Yield:
5 1/2 cups.