Fluffy Pineapple Pie - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 (8 ounce) cans crushed pineapple
24 large marshmallows
2 cups whipped topping
1 (9 inch) graham cracker crust
8 maraschino cherries, for garnish (optional)

Preparation

Drain pineapple, reserving 1/2 cup of the juice & setting the pineapple aside.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine this juice & the marshmallows, then microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute. Stir, then microwave another minute or until mixture is smooth.
Refrigeerate the microwaved mixture for 30 minutes or until lightly thickened & cooled, stirring occasionally.
When cooled, fold in the whipped topping & pineapple, then pour into the crust. Cover & refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.
When ready to serve, garnish with the cherries, if desired.