STRAWBERRY AND PRETZEL SALAD


ingredients

2 c. pretzels, crushed (not fine)
3/4 c. butter, melted
3 Tbsp. sugar
1 large pkg. strawberry jello
2 c. boiling water
2 (10 oz.) pkg. strawberries or 2 c. fresh strawberries
1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
1 c. sugar
2 c. Cool Whip

preparation

Mix together pretzels, butter and 3 tablespoons sugar. Press into 13 x 10-inch pan. Bake at 400° for 8 to 10 minutes. Do not overbake. Mix jello, boiling water and strawberries. Stir until dissolved. Place in refrigerator to cool for 30 minutes. Mix cream cheese and sugar. Fold in Cool Whip. Spread over pretzel mixture. Pour cooled jello on top and refrigerate. Let set 4 to 5 hours before serving. Top with Cool Whip.