Christmas Cherry Pie

By á-46687

So simple and delicious! Vibrant colors and a medley of fruit in its filling make this pretty pie a standout. The combination of cherries, pineapple, bananas and nuts appeals to most everyone!

Ingredients

• 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can pitted tart cherries
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
• 1 (3-ounce) package cherry gelatin
• 10 to 13 drops red food coloring, optional
• 3 medium firm bananas, sliced
• 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
• 1 pastry shell (9-inches), baked
• Whipped topping

Preparation

Step 1

Drain cherries, reserving 2 tablespoons juice (discard remaining juice or save for another use). In a large saucepan, combine sugar and flour.

Stir in the pineapple, cherries and reserved juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Remove from the heat. Add gelatin powder; stir until dissolved. Stir in food coloring if desired. Cool until partially set.

Stir in bananas and pecans. Pour into the pie shell. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving. Garnish with whipped topping.