Frosty Mandarin Jello Dessert - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 can (11 oz.) mandarin orange sections
2 pkg. (3 oz. each) or 1 pkg (6 oz.) Jell-O orange gelatin
2 c. boiling water
1 pt. orange sherbert

Preparation

Drain oranges, measuring syrup.
Add water to syrup to make 1 cup.
Dissolve gelatin in boiling water; add measured liquid.
Add sherbert by spoonfuls, stirring until melted.
Chill until thickened.
Fold in oranges, reserving a few for garnish.
Pour into a serving bowl or individual servings dishes.
Chill until set, at least one hour.
Garnish with reserved mandarin orange sections and mint leaves, if desired.
Makes about 5 cups.