1 envelope Knox unflavored gelatin
1 3/4 c. tomato juice, divided
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/8 tsp. Tabasco sauce
2 tbsp. lemon juice

Sprinkle gelatin on 1/2 cup tomato juice to soften. Place over low heat and stir until dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in remaining 1 1/4 cups tomato juice and seasonings. Turn into 2-cup mold.

VARIATIONS:

When partially set, fold in 1 cup shredded cabbage, 1/2 cup chopped celery and 1 cup finely chopped green onion, 1 1/2 cup cooked vegetable, 1 cup diced cooked chicken and 3/4 cup sliced olives. 1 cup cooked shrimp, or 1 cup slivered cooked ham and 1/4 cup pickle relish.